Job Title: Fabrication Operator

Department: Fabrication

Reports To: Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Travel: 0%

Job Summary

The Fabrication Operator is responsible for safely operating fabrication equipment to manufacture products that meet customer specifications and company quality standards. This position performs machine setup, operation, inspection, packaging, and routine equipment maintenance while maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment. The Fabrication Operator plays a critical role in ensuring quality, productivity, and continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication equipment used to cut, shape, laminate, assemble, or finish expanded foam products.
• Read and interpret work orders, production schedules, drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate product fabrication.
• Set up and adjust machinery according to product requirements and operating procedures.
• Monitor machine performance during production and make minor adjustments as needed to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Inspect finished products to verify dimensional accuracy, appearance, and compliance with quality standards.
• Package, label, and stage finished products for shipment or the next production process.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of fabrication equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or safety hazards promptly to the supervisor or maintenance department.
• Accurately complete production reports, quality documentation, and other required records.
• Assist with material handling, inventory movement, and production support activities as needed.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area using 5S and good housekeeping practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Cross-train in other production areas as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education Requirement/Work Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or fabrication experience preferred.
• Experience operating production machinery is preferred; EPS manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to accurately read tape measures, rulers, and basic production drawings.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Core Values

Our core values define how we work and what we expect from every associate. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate these values in performing the responsibilities of this role. Each core value represents essential behaviors and competencies aligned with the duties and qualifications of the position.

·         Accountability – We take full responsibility for our actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust with our stakeholders, customers, associates, and the environment. Competencies:  Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization and Learning Agility

·         Innovation – We champion creativity and collaboration, continually striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform our industry and exceed expectations. Competencies: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork

·         Integrity – We uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in every decision and action, fostering trust at all levels in our organization. Competencies: Honesty,  Consistency & Dependability and Commitment to Excellence

·         Adaptability – We embrace change agility and resilience, staying flexible and proactive in a constantly evolving world. Competencies: Communication, Results Oriented and Flexibility

·         Caring – We prioritize the well-being of our people, communities, and business partners, recognizing that their success and happiness are vital to our own. Competencies: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy

·         Passion – We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, demonstrating determination to succeed while maintaining humility and respect for others. Competencies: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility and Respect

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; must be able to visually identify or trouble shoot defective equipment/machinery/parts and fix/repair parts and machinery. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers; talk and hear. Frequently required to reach, stoop, bend, squat, stretch, and twist. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is routinely required to reach with hands and arms.?Must be able to work in, with, and near machinery and work with support equipment. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hearing protection, safety glasses, close-toed shoes, and gloves as needed. PPE is based on job assignments, tasks, or work areas. Must apply critical thinking to perform problem solving for complex tasks. Must have the ability to provide clear explanation on issues and resolutions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments with proximity to other production associates, materials, and machinery. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high level with ear protection required. Moderate exposure to heat, cold, and noise. Heat and cold exposure is dependent on external weather temperatures.  Work areas may occasionally have wet or damp conditions.   

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.