Fabricator
Overland Park, KS - USA
Job Summary
SUMMARY
DI exists to relieve the world of mediocre experiences and to create remarkable ones. Our people make the remarkable possible through an unwavering display of uncommon commitment each day.
Reporting to the Production Supervisor - Signage & Wayfinding the Fabricator is a strong team player who enjoys working in a creative problem solving and fast-paced manufacturing environment. It requires a self-motivated problem solver who can work with limited direction adapt to changing priorities and deliver quality results safely efficiently and on schedule. This role is a full-time hourly position scheduled Monday-Friday with the availability for overtime when necessary.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS may include but are not limited to:
- Maintains a safe work environment and follows all safety policies procedures and PPE requirements.
- Fabricates assembles and finishes custom signage wayfinding channel letters and architectural elements using metal plastics wood and other materials.
- Builds from drawings sketches concepts verbal direction or incomplete information while maintaining quality and design intent.
- Identifies fabrication challenges early and develops practical cost-effective solutions to keep projects moving.
- Demonstrates strong craftsmanship and takes ownership of quality throughout the fabrication process.
- Operates fabrication equipment hand tools welding equipment and shop machinery safely and effectively.
- Maintains production pace and adapts to changing priorities to support project schedules and deadlines.
- Collaborates effectively with supervisors coworkers and other departments to achieve project goals.
- Maintains a clean organized and efficient work area while helping promote a culture of accountability and teamwork.
- Assists with installations deliveries and other production-related activities as needed.
- Adheres to established work hours and takes responsibility for managing time effectively
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strong fabrication skills with experience working primarily in metal fabrication; experience with wood plastics and other materials preferred.
- Ability to build troubleshoot and problem-solve with limited information and minimal supervision.
- Working knowledge of welding cutting grinding forming assembly and general fabrication techniques.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools.
- High attention to detail while balancing quality speed and efficiency.
- Ability to adapt quickly remain productive under pressure and contribute wherever needed.
- Positive attitude strong work ethic and commitment to team success.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong understanding of fractions decimals geometry and both standard and metric measurements
- Proficient knowledge of measuring tools blade identification and jig fabrication
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- 3 years of experience in metal fabrication channel letters finish carpentry custom manufacturing construction woodworking plastics or related trades preferred
- Welding experience with steel and aluminum preferred
- OSHA 10 certification preferred
- Forklift experience preferred
- Basic electrical and low-voltage knowledge preferred
- CNC machine operation experience is a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop kneel climb crouch or crawl
- The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision distant vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
- Employee must be able to talk and hear
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Due to our onsite Fabrication process the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions moving mechanical parts fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions.
INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM
Permission to play at DI starts with the ability to be a team player possess a positive attitude while under a tight deadline and demonstrate an uncommon commitment to your work. Please visit our website () to see some of the amazing work we do!
This is an hourly (non-exempt) offers a full benefit package including Medical Dental and Vision insurance along with Short and Long Term Disability Life Insurance and Supplemental Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity. Additionally we offer a 401(k) with a match Health Savings Account match Paid Time Off (PTO) 7 paid holidays plus an employee chosen Floating Holiday annually and paid Parental Leave.
In 2018 DI incorporated the Great Game of Business principles into the way we do things. The program is designed to create a business of business people provide transparency into company performance and directly tie daily behavior to impact DIs performance. GGOB allows for the potential of quarterly bonuses as company goals are achieved.
Please submit a cover letter resume and salary requirements. No phone calls please. For more information about working at DI and a full list of available opportunities please visit must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and hold a valid drivers license. Dimensional Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer and depends on diversity of ideas skills and perspectives to solve the worlds toughest creative challenges encouraging and amplifying every voice so we can create remarkable experiences for all.