Metal Fabricator Job Description

Kyle Minor Design (KMD) is looking for a talented and highly skilled metalworker with an eye for detail to work within a collaborative team environment. We design and build furniture and architectural details (stair cases, retail shops, custom retail fixtures, storefronts, etc…) in a variety of materials; metal, wood, glass/plastics and more.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a keen aesthetic sense and an impeccable eye for detail

• Is capable taking projects from layout to completion in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals

• Is experienced and knowledgeable about machining (mill, lathe, drill, tap, sharpen)

• Is experienced and knowledgeable in a range of welding techniques (penetration, structural, and cosmetic)

• Has experience forming and bending metals (blacksmithing, roller/bender, press etc)

• Takes pride and ownership in finished results

• Is eager to learn and develop new techniques and processes for new challenges

• Willing to lend a hand whatever the job may be

• Has some wood fabrication experience and understands basic wood fabrication

• Is comfortable integrating metal with other materials (wood, glass, acrylic, stone, etc.)

• Understands that all tasks are part of the company’s success and culture

• Can prioritize and execute tasks with minimal supervision

• Is able to keep focused on the big picture, even during small detail oriented tasks

• Always brings a positive, focused, energetic and flexible attitude to work
  

Responsibilities:

• Fabrication prep - reading shop drawings, layout, material prep, and welding prep

• Fabrication - cutting, drilling, machining, assembly, welding, soldiering, and brazing

• Finishing - sanding, graining, surface prep, patina, and finishing

• Loading and delivering materials, tools and work

• Installing projects - site prep, installation, clean-up

• Shop maintenance - cleaning, organizing, maintaining tools and equipment

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in architectural or sculptural metalwork

• Exceptional skill with metal fabrication procedures and characteristics

• Exceptional skill with shop equipment: tig and mig welder, lathe, mill, cold saw, etc…

• Comprehension of detailed shop drawings and principles of layout

• Comfortable working in both a shop and site environment

• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs

• Stellar communication skills

• Constant professionalism

• Work well independently and as part of a team

Position Details

Title: Metal Fabricator

Type: Full-Time Position

Hourly Rate: Based on experience.

Additional benefits: Paid vacation and sick leave. Retirement contribution system. Monthly health insurance stipend. Annual bonus structure based on the individual’s success and overall success of the company

Working Hours: M-F 6:30am - 2:30pm (subject to change). Saturdays and Sundays as required by workload

Feel like you’re a good fit? Get in touch.

Please reach out to info@KyleMinorDesign.com with the following

• Copy of your resume

• Photos and description of a project you’ve taken on that you’re proud of

• Look through our portfolio and select a project you’d be particularly excited to take on as part of the KMD team

• What’s a completely non-work related skill you’re currently trying to learn?