Rebar Fabricator

Job Description

Time Type:

Role Details:

Time Type: Full Time

Starting Pay: $22 / HR

Job Location: 4304 State Hwy 29 East, Burnet, TX 78611

Job Summary:

The Rebar Fabricator Crewmember is responsible for safely and efficiently operating CNC-controlled rebar fabrication equipment to produce reinforcing steel according to customer specifications, bar lists, and production schedules.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates CNC rebar fabrication equipment, including cutting, bending, and/or shaping machinery.
• Reads and interprets bar lists, bending schedules, and production tickets.
• Enters, verifies, and adjusts machine programs and production dimensions as required.
• Sets up machines and verifies proper tooling, measurements, and machine settings before production.
• Inspects finished rebar for proper length, bend angle, shape, and overall quality.
• Uses tape measures and other measuring equipment to verify specifications.
• Identifies and corrects basic machine or programming issues and notify maintenance or supervision when additional repairs are required.
• Maintains accurate production counts and complete required production paperwork or electronic records.
• Loads, unloads, stages, and organizes rebar safely using appropriate equipment and procedures.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Performs routine machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Follows all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and proper lockout/tagout procedures.
• Communicates production issues, material shortages, equipment problems, and quality concerns to supervision.
• Meets established production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Maintains safe operating practices and consistently meets production requirements.
• Produces accurate, specification-compliant rebar.
• Minimizes material waste and machine downtime.
• Maintains accurate production records.
• Properly operates and cares for assigned equipment.
• Communicates effectively with supervisors, machine operators, material handlers, and other production personnel.
• Attends team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
• Other assignments and duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Reads and understands bar lists and production specifications.
• Understanding of measurements, dimensions, angles, and tolerances.
• Use of basic measuring tools accurately.
• Troubleshoots mechanical aptitude and equipment issues.
• Works independently and as part of a production team.
• Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe footwear.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Safely lift, move, and handle steel materials and work in a physically demanding manufacturing environment.
• Works scheduled hours, including overtime when required.

Education/Experience

• 1–2 years of CNC, machine operation, rebar fabrication, steel fabrication, or related manufacturing experience preferred. Equivalent mechanical or industrial experience may be considered Forklift, overhead crane, or material-handling experience, preferred.
• Mechanical, welding, machining, or industrial manufacturing experience.
• Experience with rebar fabrication software or CNC programming systems.
• Experience in a reinforcing steel fabrication facility.
• Experience with construction, manufacturing, distribution, retail, or transportation industries.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of walking and working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Frequently bend, reach, climb, and work around industrial equipment.
• Lift and move materials as required by the position.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, steel materials, and varying temperatures.
• The ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at times, occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds, and push and/or pull 50 pound loads at a time.
• Must be able to work in various types of weather.