Metal Fabrication Lead

CREO Industrial Arts is a custom fabricator that has been producing high-end architectural products for over 40 years. We execute the vision of the world’s finest architects, experiential graphics designers, landscape architects, and exhibit designers, producing extremely high fit and finish custom products for a wide variety of venues. From the smallest, most detailed piece to large, multi-story structures, CREO does it all. Every project is different, but what they all have in common is the sophistication of the design and the industry’s highest standard of quality.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Metal Fabricator is responsible for executing, managing, and supervising all work assigned to their team. The Lead defines specific fabrication techniques and duties associated with the execution of the work. Monitors team labor hours. Responsible for quality and on-time delivery of all products by their team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for understanding and adhering to the labor budgets for the work that is carried out in the fabrication department. Accountable for executing to planned labor budgets. If the labor budgets are not sufficient, discussing why and suggesting alternate labor budgets that are signed off by the Shop Supervisor and Project Manager before the work is performed. Responsible for creating work plans and developing execution strategies that reflect the specific quality and finish levels for the assigned products and completing them on schedule. Responsible for material take offs and providing purchase requests in a timely manner so as to not impact schedules. Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to company policy for safe work practices. Identifies the required PPE for all hazardous practices and materials used in the course of the work. Ensures safety compliance of all employees assigned. Responsible for creating and monitoring a Job Hazard Analysis when indicated. Responsible for maintaining the current 5S program and any other housekeeping responsibilities as set forth by Ownership or Production Management. Responsible for training members of your team to improve the company’s capabilities and efficiency. Responsible to adhere to the CREO Industrial Arts Accident Prevention Program

QUALIFICATIONS:

3 years previous Lead Metal Fabrication experience required Aluminum MIG/TIG welding experience; Steel is a bonus General understanding of custom “one off” business principles. Excellent Written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to understand metal fabrication concepts and shop drawings. Experience with power sheet metal tools (Brake, Punch, Shear) preferred.

COMPANY SALARY/BENEFITS:

CREO offers a strong culture focused on career growth and development, along with a competitive compensation package. Employees receive 9 paid holidays annually and 2 weeks of paid time off (PTO) during their first year of employment. In addition, CREO provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability (LTD) coverage. CREO also offers a generous 401(k) retirement plan match, contributing 100% of the first 3% of eligible compensation you contribute, plus 50% of the next 2% you contribute. This means that if you contribute 5% of your pay, CREO will contribute an additional 4%. Company matching contributions are immediately 100% vested, giving you full ownership of those funds as soon as they are deposited into your account. CREO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr CREO Industrial Arts