Fabricator and CNC operator

The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, hands-on experience with metal fabrication processes, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a production team.

• Set up, program, and operate CNC laser cutting machines to produce high-quality components according to engineering drawings and job specifications.
• Select appropriate materials, machine settings, cutting tools, and parameters to ensure efficient and precise production.
• Interpret technical drawings, CAD files, DXF files, and fabrication plans accurately.
• Perform manual fabrication tasks including cutting, grinding, bending, drilling, tapping, and finishing of metal components.
• Operate additional fabrication machinery such as press brakes, laser welders, or other workshop equipment when required.
• Conduct quality checks and dimensional inspections to ensure components meet tolerance, finish, and customer requirements.
• Monitor machine performance and detect issues such as tool wear, misalignment, or material defects.
• Maintain production logs, job tracking sheets, and process documentation.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and cleaning to ensure reliable operation.
• Follow workplace health and safety standards, ensuring safe handling of machinery, tools, and materials.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, production planners, and team members to meet delivery schedules and project deadlines.

• Proven experience operating CNC laser cutting machines in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication, cutting parameters, feed rates, and material behavior.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and design files.
• Experience with machine setup, calibration, and basic troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with workshop measurement tools such as calipers, gauges, rulers, and squares.
• Hands-on skills in general metal fabrication processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Experience with CAD/CAM or nesting software is an advantage.
• Experience with CNC press brakes, bending, or laser welding machines is beneficial.
• Trade qualification in mechanical, fabrication, or related fields preferred but not mandatory.