Steel Fabricator

Big Top Manufacturing • Perry, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

For over four decades, Big Top has manufactured and installed high-performance fabric structures in the United States, delivering American-made quality, innovation, and reliability. We don’t just build shelters—we engineer solutions that optimize operations, safeguard assets, and provide a competitive edge for companies worldwide. With the support and financial backing of Altamont Capital Partners, we are in an exciting phase of growth, expansion, and innovation. The Steel Fabrication Operator reports directly to the Steel Fabrication Supervisor. Steel Fabrication Operators are responsible for achieving immediate and short-term production objectives laid down by the Steel Fabrication Supervisor. This position requires near perfect attendance and punctuality. Employees are expected to be in their department area before the shift starts. Reasonable overtime hours may be required to meet production needs.

Requirements

• Team Player.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to operate forklift and obtain certification within three months (on-the-job training provided).
• Basic understanding of hand tools and how to properly use them.
• Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/16".
• Proficient in math, both decimal and inch calculations.
• Ability to follow company safety procedures and processes.
• Must be able to accurately exchange information with co-workers and management.
• Heavy lifting (50lbs) is required on a regular basis.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials.
• Ability to remain at workstation for long periods of time while using tools and machinery and performing repetitive actions.
• Manual dexterity to evaluate, modify and operate machinery and equipment.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Temperature of work environment ranges from 15 - 110°F.
• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours subject to change at the discretion of management.
• Overtime is required, as needed to support production goals.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year work history or military service with honorable discharge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all parts are produced on time and are of good quality.
• Read and verify complex sketches prior to producing parts.
• Check pieces in process against sketches.
• Verify the tube size matches the sketch before running.
• Measure and accurately mark tubing for production.
• Accurately count number of pieces ran.
• Minimize material waste.
• Responsible for care and preventive maintenance of the equipment in use.
• Follow all safety guidelines and report violations, accidents and near misses to supervisor.
• Assist in the training of new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
• Follow instructions given by supervisor.
• Responsible for housekeeping in your area and the entire facility
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• After 60 days, employees are provided with health, dental and vision insurance at no cost – the premiums are 100% employer-paid!
• Other benefits include 401(k) with company match, free short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
• We also offer a generous vacation allowance to support work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED