Lead Stone Countertop Fabricator

Confidential • Full-time • Saint Louis, Missouri, United States • $25 - $30 / hour • 3w ago

About Us

We are a locally owned and operated countertop fabrication and installation company dedicated to delivering expertly customized, perfectly cut, and professionally installed countertops for residential and commercial customers. With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our craftsmanship, precision, and commitment to delivering outstanding results for our residential and commercial customers.

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Stone Countertop Fabricator to oversee daily fabrication operations for quartz, granite, quartzite, and other natural stone countertop projects. This role is responsible for ensuring fabrication quality, maintaining production efficiency, training team members, and helping coordinate workflow from slab intake through installation readiness.

The ideal candidate has strong stone fabrication experience, leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain high quality standards in a fast-paced shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

Grinding, Polishing & Edge Finishing

Grind and polish stone surfaces and edges to STL Countertops quality standards
Perform edge finishing and detail work using hand tools and polishing systems
Blend seams, touch up edges, and correct minor surface imperfections
Ensure finished pieces are clean, consistent, and ready for installation

Hand Cutouts & Fabrication Support (Non-CNC)

Perform sink cutouts, cooktop cutouts, and faucet/fixture holes by hand
Use templates, measurements, and job drawings to confirm accurate cutout placement
Assist with seam preparation, glue-ups, and lamination as needed
Identify risks in fabrication (weak areas, seam placement concerns, cutout clearance) and communicate issues early

Repairs, Rework & Problem Solving

Repair chips, cracks, and damaged edges when possible using epoxy/resin and polishing methods
Troubleshoot fabrication or installation issues and support corrective actions
Perform rework to correct quality concerns prior to delivery/install
Assist with warranty and punch-list items when needed

Measuring & Field Support (As Needed)

Occasionally travel to job sites to take measurements or verify fit conditions
Confirm sink locations, overhangs, corners, and wall conditions for accuracy
Communicate field conditions that impact fabrication (out-of-square walls, tight clearances, seam limitations)

Forklift & Material Handling

Operate forklift to unload slabs, move material, and support daily shop workflow
Safely load/unload finished jobs for delivery and installation
Move stone using A-frames, carts, clamps, and proper lifting techniques
Keep jobs organized so all pieces stay together and are clearly labeled

Shop Organization & Production Support

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Support shop efficiency by staging materials and keeping the production flow moving
Follow job packets and ensure parts match the correct job before release
Assist other team members as needed to hit production deadlines

Required Skills & Qualifications

Experience grinding and polishing stone countertops (granite/quartz/quartzite/marble)
Ability to perform sink cutouts and cutouts for cooktops/fixtures
Forklift experience preferred (or ability to be trained quickly)
Strong attention to detail and quality-focused workmanship
Ability to read and follow measurements, templates, and job drawings
Reliable, punctual, and able to work efficiently in a production environment
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical work throughout the day

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of stone countertop fabrication experience preferred
Leadership or lead fabricator experience preferred
Strong understanding of quartz, granite, quartzite, and natural stone fabrication
Ability to read shop drawings and measurements accurately
High attention to detail and quality control
Ability to safely lift heavy materials and work in a physical environment
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Reliable attendance and professional attitude

Tools & Equipment Used

Hand grinders and polishers
Polishing pads, profiling wheels, diamond blades, core bits
Templates and measuring tools
Epoxy/resin and repair materials
Forklift, carts, A-frames, lifting clamps (as applicable)

Safety Requirements

Follow all STL Countertops safety policies and procedures
Proper PPE required (eye protection, hearing protection, respirator/dust mask, gloves, steel toe footwear as needed)
Maintain safe practices when handling heavy stone and operating power tools
Keep work area clean to prevent slips, trips, and damage to material

Performance Expectations (What Success Looks Like)