Senior Fabricator - Level 2 (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Location: Adkins, TX 78101
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Schedule: Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 5:45 PM
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Reports to: Production Supervisor / Fabrication Lead

About Us

Top Metal Solutions is seeking highly experienced and dependable individuals to join our team as a Senior Fabricator - Level 2. This position is designed for advanced fabricators capable of independently managing complex fabrication projects while supporting production efficiency, fixture development, and workflow consistency within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As a Senior Fabricator - Level 2, you will play a key role in structural fabrication, custom production projects, fixture development, and fabrication troubleshooting. This role requires advanced layout and fitting abilities, precision fabrication knowledge, and the ability to maintain high production and quality standards with minimal supervision.

We are looking for professionals who take pride in craftsmanship, understand manufacturing processes, and contribute positively to a high-performance fabrication team.

Position Summary

The Senior Fabricator - Level 2 is responsible for performing advanced fabrication, layout, fitting, and assembly work on structural and custom metal components while maintaining tight tolerances, production efficiency, and fabrication quality.

This position requires the ability to independently complete fabrication projects from blueprint interpretation through final assembly while supporting workflow improvements, fixture development, and repeatable production processes. The ideal candidate has strong troubleshooting abilities, advanced fitting experience, and the capability to support less experienced fabricators when needed.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex fabrication drawings and blueprints
• Perform advanced layout, fitting, and fabrication work while maintaining tight tolerances
• Fabricate racks, containers, structural assemblies, and custom production components
• Build, modify, and improve production fixtures, templates, and fabrication jigs
• Identify and correct dimensional, squareness, and fit-up issues during fabrication
• Perform GMAW and FCAW-G welding as required for fabrication projects
• Support production efficiency through proper setup and fabrication planning
• Assist with troubleshooting fabrication and assembly issues on the production floor
• Maintain fabrication standards, workflow consistency, and repeatability
• Support and guide less experienced fabricators when needed
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements

Fabrication & Welding Skills

• Advanced blueprint reading and fabrication layout skills required
• Strong understanding of fabrication sequence, distortion control, and tolerance management
• High-level fitting and assembly squaring experience required
• Ability to fabricate complete assemblies independently from start to finish
• Strong experience building fixtures, templates, and production jigs
• Advanced GMAW and FCAW-G welding experience required
• Ability to identify and resolve fit-up, dimensional, and fabrication issues
• Strong troubleshooting and production problem-solving abilities
• Ability to maintain high production consistency and fabrication quality
• Strong attention to detail, workflow efficiency, and craftsmanship

Tools & Equipment Used

• Fabrication and fitting tools
• GMAW and FCAW-G welding equipment
• Measuring and layout tools
• Clamps, fixtures, and fabrication jigs
• Grinders and finishing equipment
• Saws and fabrication machinery
• Material handling equipment
• Hand and power tools

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of fabrication experience required
• Previous experience in structural or custom fabrication environments preferred
• Advanced blueprint reading and layout interpretation skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong understanding of measurements, tolerances, distortion control, and fabrication sequencing
• Ability to fit and weld complete assemblies independently
• Strong production mindset and problem-solving abilities required
• Consistent quality and production output required
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and leadership mentality
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting production workflow improvements
• Experience mentoring or guiding less experienced fabricators
• Experience with structural steel fabrication projects
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Welding certifications are a plus, but not required

Compensation

• Starting pay: $30/hour
• Full-time position
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Stable long-term employment
• Opportunity for professional growth within the company

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs regularly
• Ability to bend, kneel, push, pull, and work in a physically demanding environment
• Ability to work safely around fabrication machinery and welding equipment

Work Environment

This position works inside a metal fabrication and manufacturing facility. Employees may be exposed to heat, sparks, dust, noise, and heavy equipment. Proper PPE must be worn at all times.

Why Join Top Metal Solutions?

At Top Metal Solutions, we value skilled fabricators who bring precision, professionalism, and leadership to the production floor. We are committed to developing long-term careers through advanced fabrication opportunities, hands-on experience, and a strong team-oriented manufacturing environment.

If you are an experienced fabricator looking for a stable opportunity where your skills and craftsmanship are valued, we encourage you to apply today.

Apply today and join the Top Metal Solutions team!