Department Lead, Fabrication (Internal Candidates Only)

Department Lead, Fabrication

Boise, ID

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Fabrication Lead to oversee daily operations within our Fabrication Department. In this role, you will lead a team producing high-quality structural metal components—including frameworks, machinery shells, and concrete construction equipment parts—while ensuring efficiency, safety, and precision.

Leadership & Operations

• Plan, assign, and direct daily workflow for the fabrication team
• Reallocate team members across stations or departments based on production needs
• Train and mentor employees to ensure performance and skill development
• Provide input for performance evaluations and address team concerns
• Promote a safe, productive, and respectful work environment
• Partner with supervisors and cross-functional teams to resolve production issues

Production & Fabrication

• Locate, mark, and prepare workpieces for bending and cutting
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment (brakes, shears, lasers, saws, rollers, punches)
• Grind, sand, chip, and finish metal to required specifications
• Inspect workpieces to ensure conformance to quality standards
• Load, tag, and organize parts for production flow
• Perform trial runs and adjust machinery to optimize accuracy and efficiency
• Troubleshoot machining issues and ensure proper machine functionality

Materials & Systems Management

• Claim and track parts, identify shortages, and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Use SAP and other manufacturing systems for inventory and production tasks

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with engineers, programmers, and production teams to resolve fabrication challenges
• Develop specifications from general descriptions and create sketches as needed

Safety & Equipment Operation

• Safely operate forklifts, hoists, and lift tables
• Follow all safety protocols and handle equipment with care
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable regulations

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Associate degree or certification in Metal Fabrication OR
• 1–2 years of relevant fabrication experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret instructions, blueprints, and basic technical documents
• Strong math skills (including measurements and precision instruments)
• Experience operating fabrication and machining equipment
• Proficiency with hand tools and air-powered tools
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with SAP or similar inventory/manufacturing systems
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and order processing systems

Certifications

• Ability to obtain forklift certification upon hire

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours per shift)
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
• Work in a loud manufacturing environment (hearing protection required)
• Exposure to industrial chemicals and metalworking fluids
• Requires close vision, depth perception, and attention to detail

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay wage: $25/hr + DOE
• Day Shift (5am-3:30pm)
• 9 paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off - Accrues at a rate of 4 weeks per year to start
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Excellent Benefits Package for Full Time Employees that starts the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire date including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Flex Spending, Accidental Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance & Legal Insurance
• Retirement Planning - 401(k) plan including Discretionary Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 a year
• Employee Referral Program

Multiquip provides competitive pay and benefits and supports our employees through our values of safety, integrity, and respect. Employment is subject to pre-employment physical, drug-screening, and background investigation. Multiquip Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected class.

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