Senior Fabricator (Union)

JE Dunn Construction
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
1001 Locust Street (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2025
Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiringinspired people, giving theminteresting and challenging work, enabling them withinnovative tools, and letting themshare in the company's rewards, we've found asustainable way to growin our industry for the last 100+ years. Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, andwe need inspired people like youto join us in our pursuit of building perfection. Role Summary The Senior Fabricator will produce components for multiple construction project types, including high level precision components and for multiple construction project types. The Senior Fabricator will design and build jigs and fixtures to create repeatable parts. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn. Autonomy and Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor. Career Path: Prefabrication Foreman Key Role Responsibilities - Core PREFABRICATION FAMILY - CORE Operates a variety of automated equipment, uses cut list to produce specific sized material. Operates manual shop equipment; uses cut list to make repeatable parts. Applies basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) to production activities, such as cutting parts to size or putting multiple parts together in an assembly. Collects multiple components cut to specific sizes and assembles together for an end product. Packages and loads cut materials and assemblies for transport to project sites. Responsible for accurately reading and understanding a tape measure. Responsible for cleaning up the shop, shop equipment, and common areas. Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core SENIOR FABRICATOR In addition, this position will be responsible for: Sets up both automated and manual shop equipment for new operations. Sets up jigs and fixtures to produce repeatable parts. Uses measuring and marking devices to lay out parts and pieces for fabrication. Responsible for reading and understanding shop drawings, construction drawings, and other drawingsapplicable to production activities. Designs and builds jigs and fixtures to produce repeatable parts. Programs automated equipment that will be used to produce complex repeatable parts. Applies basic trigonometry to production activities, such as the ability to determine an angle from given measurements. Directs and leads tasks for a small production team. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner Communication skills, verbal and written Ability to follow-up on inquiries in a timely manner Ability to identify common construction materials and shop equipment Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally Education High School Diploma or GED (Preferred) Apprentice and/or Vocational/Technical/Trade training (Preferred) In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Experience 5+ years commercial construction, manufacturing, or fabrication shop experience (Preferred) 5+ years of hands-on experience in wood and metal finishing, demonstrating expertise in surface preparation, staining, and protective coating applications (Preferred) Working Environment Must be able to lift at least to 50 pounds May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold) Maintenance facility environment, may be exposed to varying temperatures, moving equipment, noise and exhaust fumes Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet business needs May require working overtime as needed Must have reliable transportation May require use of respirator Must be comfortable working at projected heights and narrow workspace Specific environmental and physical requirements may vary by task Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Kneeling, Carrying, Swinging, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Balancing Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen Benefits Information The benefits package aligned to this position is Skilled Trade Union. Please click the link below for more details. Click here for benefits details. JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace. JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request toaccommodations@jedunn.com JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. 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