What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Fabricator – Pipe Bending Team Leader position at Wagner?
Ready to lead the work you know best?
Wagner is looking for a Lead Fabricator to step into a Team Leader role in our Pipe Bending Department. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who understands fabrication, takes pride in quality work, and is ready to guide a team.
If you’ve been the go-to person on the floor—the one others rely on for setups, troubleshooting, and getting the job done right—this is your next step.
What You’ll Do
If you’re a skilled fabricator ready to lead, we want to hear from you.
Wagner is looking for a Lead Fabricator to step into a Team Leader role in our Pipe Bending Department. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who understands fabrication, takes pride in quality work, and is ready to guide a team.
If you’ve been the go-to person on the floor—the one others rely on for setups, troubleshooting, and getting the job done right—this is your next step.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and support a team of fabricators and operators
- Set up and operate pipe/tube bending equipment
- Read blueprints and ensure parts meet exact specifications
- Troubleshoot tooling, material, and production issues
- Train and mentor team members on processes and best practices
- Help plan daily production and keep work flowing efficiently
- Maintain high standards for safety, quality, and organization
- Experience in metal fabrication, pipe/tube bending, or similar processes
- Strong knowledge of blueprints, measurements, and shop math
- Proven ability to coach, train, or lead others on the floor
- Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
- Pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail
- Employee-Owned (ESOP) – your work builds your future
- Opportunity to grow into Supervisor and beyond
- Stay hands-on while stepping into leadership
- Stable, custom fabrication work (not repetitive production)
- Strong team environment and support
- Hands-on, active role in a shop environment
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs occasionally
If you’re a skilled fabricator ready to lead, we want to hear from you.