Metal Fabricator Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Metal Fabricator includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Reading and interpreting engineering blueprints.
  • Constructing base templates if necessary.
  • Measuring and marking out cutting and bending lines.
  • Grinding and finishing completed products.
  • Performing quality checks on completed products.
  • Conforming with state and company safety regulations.
  • Completing job reports.
  • Setting up metalwork machinery including rollers, drill presses, flame cutters, brakes, and shears.
  • Double-checking design specifications before commencing with cutting work.
  • Fabricating and constructing metal components.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Metal Fabricator duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Metal Fabricator roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.