Jobs and Careers
JT
Fabrication Area Lead - Day Shift
JTSUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Apr 2026
About the role
POSITION: Fabrication Area Lead STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
ABOUT US: Founded in 2006, Johnson Thermal Systems (JTS) is the largest and leading provider of Power Packaging, Power Distribution Centers, and Industrial Refrigeration Units.
We are proud to be American made as all equipment is designed and manufactured by our team located in the US. As a company, we value quality service and dedication to ensure every job is done right. We believe great work comes from a strong set of values; you can expect to be a part of a workforce committed to generating a difference.
JOB SUMMARY: The Fabrication Lead will oversee a team of approximately 8-10 individuals, responsible for training, coaching, and mentoring employees working in the fabrication department to ensure all fabrication-related tasks are completed on time and within budget. This position will be responsible for correcting timesheets within our timekeeping system, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and delivery standards. This role will report to the Fabrication Area Supervisor and will work hand in hand with other department leaders to meet project deadlines.
WHAT JTS OFFERS:
- Competitive salary
- Weekly pay
- Direct Deposit
- Generous PTO balance offered
- Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Wellness Benefit
- Career Development
- 9 paid holidays.
- 401k with an employer match
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Annual boot allowance and a 15% discount at Carhartt
- A fun, fast-paced culture with company events and professional growth opportunities
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicate and collaborate with other leads and managers to achieve quality, safety, and delivery goals.
- Ensure all team members comply with all safety protocols.
- Review timesheets and team time management. Clocking into jobs and in and out of new jobs, assisting with providing direction on the app as needed
- Manage the workload of the team to align with the production deadlines.
- Act as first point of contact for employee questions regarding company policies and procedures, attendance expectations, and other general questions from crew.
- Ensure the following tasks are completed according to standards in a timely manner:
- Lay-out and examine metal stock or work pieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.
- Install, align, and lock/flip specified punches, dies, or other fixtures in rams or bed of brake press, using hand tools such as dial calipers and inspection gauges.
- Set up and operate specialized equipment and tooling for fabrication of stainless sheet metal products.
- Study shop drawings, blueprints, work orders and production schedules to determine specifications such as materials to be used, dimensions and tolerances.
- Clean and lubricate the machines, keeping them in good condition.
- Oversee that quality checklists are completed, and all steps are followed.
- Mentor, coach and train team members to work through tier levels within the Fabrication discipline.
- Recognize and reward team and individual successes.
- Elevate the need for conflict resolution and mitigation of grievances and complaints to supervisor.
- Provide team members with an initial 90-day overview of how they are preforming on assigned tasks, outlining needed improvements and recognizing ma
Apply for this role
Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.
Apply Now →Generate Application KitFree account required — sign up in 30s