Fabrication Shop Lead

About this job

We are a multi-material fabricator specializing in architectural millwork, casework, and furniture for the Houston commercial market. Serving primarily the corporate interiors segment, we provide comprehensive design, engineering, fabrication, and installation services across a diverse range of materials, including wood, metal, and plastics, all while maintaining the highest industry standards for excellence.

We are seeking an experienced architectural millwork craftsman to lead our shop team.  The right candidate will be a seasoned veteran in the fabrication and installation of commercial architectural work.    If not already certified, the hired candidate will be set up to become OSHA 30.

Job Responsibilities

Preferred Skills

  • Fabricate products from raw materials to finished goods
  • Read, interpret and fabricate from prescribed professional shot drawings
  • Review parts list and determine if all parts are present
  • Assemble components, tools and materials
  • Collaborate with peers and other departments to maximize productivity and efficiency
  • Use common sense and basic math;  addition subtraction fraction to decimal conversion
  • Follow all company rules policies safety regulations OSHA and quality standards
  • Lift raw materials and final products manually or by using hoist
  • Provide an exceptional level of attention to detail and focus on the given task
  • Keep tools and work area clean and organized
  • Complete preventative maintenance
  • Check stock weekly to ensure inventory is replenished
  • Pick up and deliver raw materials
  • Participate in and lead project installations
  • Collaborate with metal team
  • Be reliable, punctual and detail oriented; 5 minutes late is late
  • Knowledgeable of various wood species
  • Committed to providing exceptional quality while meeting customer deadlines
  • Ability to read and write English
  • Accurately read a tape measure and work to standards of 1/32 inch
  • Be experienced in and willing to learn proper machine setup breakdown and use in a safe manner
  • Problem solving

Job Requirements

Our typical working schedule is Monday-Thursday from 8:00a-5:30p.  Alternate days/hours do occur for installations and at times when we have an aggressive deadline.   Advance notification will be given for these instances.  

Daily, in-person attendance at our shop is mandatory.  We are located in the East End at 5607 Armour Drive, Houston, Texas 77020

Think you're a good fit? Send an email with your resume to:

hillary@fmwfablab.com

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