SF Metalworks

Overview

At SF Metalworks, a California-based custom metal fabrication company, we are seeking a Shop Technical Lead who possesses strong fabrication expertise along with leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills. This role involves hands-on leadership on the shop floor, ensuring quality work is executed safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support fabricators, welders, CNC operators, and production staff.
• Provide practical, on-the-floor coaching and guidance.
• Assign team members to projects based on production priorities and project needs.
• Conduct regular check-ins and identify training and development opportunities.
• Lead by example in craftsmanship, organization, safety, and professionalism.
• Review plans, shop drawings, and project details to understand how custom assemblies should be built.
• Track production progress and adjust priorities as needed to keep projects moving.
• Maintain an organized and efficient shop floor.
• Keep production assignments and priorities current.
• Coordinate with Project Management and Installation teams to support deliveries and installations.
• Monitor shop capacity, schedules, and labor tracking.
• Provide hands-on fabrication support when projects require additional technical expertise.
• Apply strong knowledge of welding, architectural metal fabrication, decorative metals, and metalworking equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, CAD files, and 2D and 3D technical drawings.
• Troubleshoot fabrication challenges and provide practical solutions.
• Help ensure finished products meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Perform hands-on quality checks throughout the fabrication process and address issues promptly.
• Maintain high standards for accuracy, fit, finish, and craftsmanship.
• Ensure daily adherence to OSHA and company safety practices.
• Apply experience with an ISO 9000-type Quality Assurance program.
• Manage team administrative needs related to HR and availability, including staffing, time-off requests, payroll approvals, and overtime coordination.
• Respond to rare urgent after-hours communications when needed.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of experience in metal fabrication or a related field, with 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, architectural metal fabrication, decorative metalwork, and metalworking equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, CAD files, and 2D/3D technical drawings.
• Experience leading and developing a production team in a hands-on environment.
• Experience implementing and enforcing safety procedures.
• Experience with an ISO 9000-type Quality Assurance program.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, including Sheets, Docs, and Calendar, plus Dropbox, Slack, Monday.com, and Fulcrum for time tracking.
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proven portfolio of completed metalwork, woodwork, machining, and finishing.

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Additional Information

• Onsite position in Colusa, CA.
• Compensation ranges from $40 to $50 per hour, depending on experience.
• Monday-Thursday work schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
• Four-day, 10-hour work week.
• Overtime may be requested based on production needs.
• Primarily shop-floor work, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 35 lbs.