Fabrication Manager

5 days ago

Vancouver, Canada MakerLabs Full time

MakerLabs is looking for a permanent, full-time Fabrication Manager / CNC Machine Operator to help design and bring project ideas to life, while overseeing the Fabrication team. We are a fast paced shop, with an emphasis on automated production, rather than design.

Prior experience in at least a few of these areas is required. We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude, who is self motivated that can be trained on all of our tools.

**Our disciplines**:

- 2D and 3D design
- Laser cutting and engraving
- CNC
- Woodworking
- Metalworking and Welding
- Installation and activation

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Manage projects and the fabrication team to make sure jobs are completed on time and within budgets
- Determine customers requirements, brainstorm creative and efficient methods to meet them
- Quote on projects
- Plan around customer needs, control ambiguity and unforeseen changes
- Create and work with 2D and 3D designs
- Design for and operate digital fabrication machines such as the CNC router and laser cutter, as well as traditional power and hand tools
- Delegate tasks to team members
- Be involved in the hiring process and training of new fabricators

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- A passion for making and maker culture
- Minimum 5 years experience in a relevant role
- Basic knowledge of power tools
- Have a minimum typing speed of 60 wpm.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Possess a constant desire to learn, improve, and optimize everything
- Must have proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to be flexible and work both independently and in a team.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Has a valid Class 5 Driver’s License

**Employment Benefits**:

- Complimentary MakerLabs membership
- All 101 orientations free
- Extended medical and dental benefits after 3 months
- Select paid orientations and one-on-one tool training

**Job Type**: Permanent, Full-time. Hours are generally 10am to 7pm, but may vary depending on client needs, with the occasional longer work days. Any hours worked outside of a regularly scheduled shift will fall under an averaging agreement.

**Starting Wage**: $60,000 to $65,000 / year. This is a salaried position.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Why do you want to work at MakerLabs?

Work Location: In person

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