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Lead Fabricator

Job Title: Lead Fabricator

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary: $38 p/h

A Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation business is seeking a Lead Fabricator to join our team. This position will report directly to our Director of Production, work with Project Managers, and lead other fabricators to successfully complete projects.

Candidates must be proficient in a wide variety of woodworking applications and be able to operate all standard woodshop machinery. A strong foundation in traditional woodworking craft employed in cabinetmaking, architectural millwork or furniture is required.

Most of our projects include a combination of CNC fabrication and handcrafted work, so an awareness of both methods and how they can be integrated is a plus. The ideal candidate must have experience leading a fabrication team and can delegate tasks to other fabricators. Strong on-site / installation skills are required. Our projects often comprise multiple materials and methods thus candidates must have a general proficiency working with steel and aluminum, plastics, composites, and other construction materials.

Skills and Abilities
● 5+ years of professional experience in a woodshop / fabrication environment
● Technical excellence in machinery operation and assembly skills
● Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
● Ability to implement efficient work methods and demonstrate on-the-fly problem solving skills
● Strong written and spoken communication skills
● Eagerness and ability to lead people and processes
● Ability to read architectural drawings; proficiency in Rhino 3D is a plus.
● Excellent organization and tidy work habits
● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on teams
● Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

The position requires the following physical abilities:
● Ability to lift objects up to 50lbs to a height of 3-4 feet.
● Ability to work continuously for 2-3 hours standing up.
● Maintain a high level of communication as a team member. You also need to meet these mandatory requirements:
● Must speak English (ESOL acceptable).
● Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge, skills, experience, or training certification.

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