Gable Signs & Graphics Inc

Overview

The Fabricator at Gable is responsible for producing high-quality metal components and signage assemblies in a collaborative manufacturing environment. The role involves working from shop drawings and team direction to ensure production schedules and quality standards are met while maintaining a safe and organized workspace.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders, shop drawings, prints, and instructions to plan fabrication steps, material needs, and tool requirements.
• Fabricate signage components and related metal assemblies by cutting, grinding, fitting, burning, and welding various metals.
• Perform MIG welding, brazing, and metal cutting using gas and electric welding equipment.
• Clean and prepare surfaces for welding, then set up, align, assemble, and tack components for final fabrication.
• Repair fabricated components and metal signage as needed using appropriate welding and fabrication techniques.
• Build up worn or defective surfaces and complete rework as required to meet production and quality standards.
• Cut up or dismantle obsolete signage and scrap materials when directed.
• Support downstream production needs by preparing completed fabricated parts for handoff, staging, or next-step processing.
• Produce work that meets dimensional, fit, finish, and weld quality requirements.
• Inspect completed work before release to the next stage of production to verify accuracy and completeness.
• Use labor, materials, tools, and equipment responsibly to complete work within expected timeframes.
• Help minimize scrap, rework, and material waste through careful workmanship and attention to detail.
• Identify and communicate drawing discrepancies, missing information, material shortages, or production issues promptly.
• Assist with moving, staging, loading, unloading, and storing materials as needed to support shop workflow.
• Maintain clear communication with the Fabrication Team Lead and other production team members regarding job status and support needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and disciplined work area at all times.
• Operate tools, welding equipment, and shop machinery safely and in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform routine care and basic upkeep of tools and fabrication equipment and report maintenance issues promptly.
• Follow all applicable OSHA, MOSH, and company safety requirements.
• Use required PPE and follow established safe work practices for welding, cutting, lifting, and material handling.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned within the normal scope of the role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One to three years of metal fabrication, welding, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of MIG welding, brazing, grinding, cutting, and general metal fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read and follow shop drawings, fabrication prints, work orders, and written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to use tape measures, squares, levels, and other common measuring tools accurately.
• Ability to safely operate common fabrication tools and equipment, including welding equipment, grinders, saws, drills, and other shop tools.
• Experience working with aluminum, steel, and other fabrication materials preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, workmanship, safety, and production quality.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while contributing effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• 401k

Additional Information

• This position requires regular physical activity in a manufacturing environment.
• The team member must be able to stand for extended periods, walk throughout the shop, and frequently bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and lift, move, or carry materials, tools, and components weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
• The role requires manual dexterity to safely operate welding equipment, hand tools, power tools, and shop machinery.