Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.
Job Summary
Fabricators manufacture assorted products using various raw materials, tools and their own hands. Manufacture customized products that meet customer specifications and prepare completed orders for shipment. Analyzes capacity and production data to determine manufacturing processes and required resources. Resolves issues related to production, machinery, processing, and/or packaging operations. Ensures quality control standards are maintained.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities
- Examines specifications of the customer’s order using drawings, work orders, or blueprints to determine the characteristics of the finished item, materials to be used, and machine setup requirements.
- Fabricates work piece as determined by work order specifications. Retrieves correct materials and performs various fabrication duties.
- Examines work piece visually, by touch, or using tape rule, calipers, or gauges to ensure
- Follows company safety policies and procedures.
- Coaches and trains lower-level fabricators on the proper execution of duties, ensures policies and procedures are followed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with fabrication shop equipment.
- Metal working experience.
- Ability to professionally lead staff by example and handle light supervisory duties
- Familiar with training and coaching techniques.
- Ability to change or adapt work practices, priorities, or procedures.
- Ability to think and take constructive action in work-related matters
- Interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work with others in a group, cooperate with others, offer to help when needed, and foster a team climate within the group where members are committed to a common goal.
- Time management and organization skills.
Career Level Dimensions
Typical Training/Experience
- HS Diploma or GED, strongly preferred.
- 4-6 years of experience in area of responsibility.
Problem Complexity
- May modify processes to resolve situations.
Autonomy
- Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes.
- Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies.
- Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct "customers" of the process.
Leadership
- Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel.
- Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
- Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable
Environmental Job Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs in a physical environment.
This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
Pay: $21.15 - $30.22 per hour.
Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.
None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.
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Skills Required
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Pass pre-employment assessment(s), if applicable
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment
- High school diploma or GED
- 4-6 years of experience in the area of responsibility
- Experience with fabrication shop equipment
- Metalworking experience
- Ability to professionally lead staff and handle light supervisory duties
- Familiarity with training and coaching techniques
- Ability to adapt work practices, priorities, or procedures
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
- Time management and organizational skills
What We Do
Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain, and fire protection products in the United States, serving contractors and municipalities with solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure.
