Miscellaneous Metals Fabricator

Miscellaneous Metals Fabricator

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Starting Pay: $24.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience

Position Overview

We are looking for a Metal Fabricator to build and assemble stairs, ladders, and custom metal components in a manufacturing environment. This position involves working from blueprints and shop drawings to complete layout, cutting, fitting, welding, and finishing tasks.

The ideal candidate has hands-on miscellaneous metals fabrication experience, understands fabrication drawings, and can work efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble metal stairs, ladders, and miscellaneous steel components based on shop drawings and project specifications.

• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, shop tickets, and measurements.

• Complete material layout, cutting, fitting, welding, and finishing.

• Operate fabrication equipment, including saws, shears, press brakes, welders, and grinders.

• Perform quality checks to ensure finished components meet required specifications.

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and fellow fabricators to complete assignments accurately and on schedule.

• Identify fabrication problems and help determine practical solutions.

• Adjust to changing project needs and production priorities.

• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous experience in metal fabrication, preferably with miscellaneous structural steel.

• FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding) experience required; welding certification preferred.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, shop drawings, and technical specifications.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

• Good time-management and multitasking skills.

• Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities.

• Team-oriented attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks in an industrial setting.