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Shop Fabricator Lead Stainless Steel Fabrication and Precision Welding

62K–79K
Onsite · Columbus, Ohio
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Lead Stainless Steel Fabrication and Precision Welding professional seeking dynamic environment. Responsibilities include layout and fitup, welding, laser cutting, blueprint interpretation, quality checks, and maintaining safety standards. This role combines 50+ year legacy with modern training opportunities.

What You'll Do6

  • 1Perform precise layout and fitup for complex stainless steel weldments to meet exact project specifications
  • 2Execute high-quality TIG and MIG welds primarily on stainless steel materials
  • 3Program and operate laser cutting machinery to streamline component fabrication
  • 4Interpret complex blueprints and structural drawings to create accurate material takeoffs
  • 5Conduct thorough quality checks on finished assemblies to ensure structural and aesthetic integrity
  • 6Maintain a clean organized safety-focused work area in strict compliance with company standards

Requirements8

  • 15+ years hands-on experience in metal layout fitup laser programming and welding
  • 2Proven expertise in TIG and MIG welding with extensive stainless steel experience
  • 3Ability to read interpret and work directly from detailed engineering blueprints
  • 4Strong skills in performing material takeoffs accurately from technical drawings
  • 5Commitment to maintaining high safety and precision standards in a fast-paced shop environment
  • 6Prior trade school completion or technical fabrication certifications
  • 7Experience operating automated CNC fabrication equipment and modern laser systems
  • 8Advanced background in industrial mechanical and custom shop manufacturing routines

Salary Insight

$62 - $79k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationColumbus, Ohio

Required Skills

TIG weldingMIG weldingStainless steel weldingLaser cutting programmingCNC fabrication equipment operationBlueprint readingMaterial takeoffsSafety complianceTrade school completionTechnical fabrication certificationsAdvanced industrial mechanical background
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