Fabricator III

Overview

There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

Job Summary: The Fabricator III is responsible for manufacturing and assembling various signs, frames, structures, cabinets, and other items designated to the metal shop for fabrication. This role involves using specialized tools, equipment, and techniques to ensure high-quality results while adhering to safety and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Understands all functionalities and uses handhelds for these functions.
• Able to read a manufacturing order and form materials into required shapes and dimensions for sign production.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Adequate mathematical skills for fabrication tasks.
• Demonstrates willingness to adhere to plant wide safety rules.
• High attention to detail to ensure precision and quality in all work.
• Strong team philosophy, including demonstrating ability and desire to help develop team members.
• Complete necessary documentation, including completion slips, material listings, timecards, and requisition forms.
• Maintain flexibility in work hours, including availability for overtime as needed by management.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required to stay updated on company policies and best practices.
• Perform necessary housekeeping tasks, including cleaning up production debris and properly storing materials and equipment.
• Ensure the care, maintenance, and security of all company resources, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain, perform, or notify management of routine maintenance on work machines and tools to ensure optimal performance.
• Provides effective leadership to department team members.
• Can meet or exceed estimates and reasonable expectations for output from Leads and Management.

Effectively Fabricate the Following Sign Types:

• Drill and tap plaques.
• Glued ACM V grooved returns to angles.
• Post and Panel Signs.
• Small-Medium sized Dimensional Pan signs with internal angle Structure (no larger than sheet of aluminum).
• Stud mounted panels.
• Extruded Ground signs with Centerpoles.
• Extruded Wall signs.
• Large Dimensional Pan signs with internal angle structure and seams.
• Radiused signs kerf cutting of extrusion or angle.
• Stick built ground signs with steel centerpole.
• Stick built Wall signs- Alum or steel.

Qualifications

• Understands how to set controls on Mig Spool Gun Welder.
• Working knowledge of how to use Angle Notcher.
• Working knowledge of how to use Chop Saws.
• Working knowledge of how to use Extrusion Saw.
• Working knowledge of how to use Iron Worker.
• Working knowledge of how to use Plasma Cutter.
• Working knowledge of how to use drill and tap.
• Working knowledge on how to use hand tools typically used in fabrication (grinders, cordless drills, jig saws).
• Working knowledge on how to use Stud Gun.
• Basic mechanical and construction knowledge, including an understanding of metals, wood, plastic, blueprints, and fasteners.
• Create logical cut sheets from engineering drawings.
• Floor engineer signs with limited information on drawings.
• Interpret Engineering type drawings and understands welding symbols.
• Weld Plates onto steel structure for pylon head center poles.
• Working knowledge of how to use Folding Table.
• Working knowledge of how to use Press Brake.
• Working knowledge of how to use Shear.

Education, experience, certifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school or GED equivalent.
• 1-4 years in production environment making similar type structures and/or 1-2 years fabricating within the industry.

Physical and mental demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods while operating machines and tools.
• Ability to lift and handle heavy materials and equipment as required.
• In the course of the job activity, it may be necessary at times to push/pull, climb, stoop, kneel, stand, or crawl when it is necessary to load or unload pipe, signs, or other materials, install/repair a new or an existing sign or structure.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with moderate to loud noise levels.

What We Offer

Culture & Growth

• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Regular coaching, feedback, and mentorship to support growth 

Health & Wellbeing

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Health Savings Accounts with employer contributions
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program

Financial Security

• Weekly pay schedule
• 401(k) with employer match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage 

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Paid parental leave

Work Environment

This role operates primarily in an active manufacturing environment and requires regular presence on the production floor. The position involves standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving throughout production areas for extended periods, along with occasional computer and administrative work. The role may require safely lifting and moving materials and supporting hands-on production activities when needed. Work may involve exposure to paint booths, machinery, fumes, dust, noise, and varying temperatures. Required personal protective equipment and all applicable safety procedures must be followed at all times.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment with Stratus are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles, including those designated as safety-sensitive or regulated positions, employment may also be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and/or other regulatory requirements.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Stratus is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact [email protected] if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change at any time based on the needs of Stratus.