Fabricator

Press Brake Operator / Metal Fabrication Technician

This hands-on role focuses on setting up and operating traditional press brake and shear machines while performing welding and full-scale metal fabrication. You will work from custom blueprints and diagrams to produce high-quality parts, support various shop tasks, and ensure all components meet required specifications through careful inspection.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate an old-school Standard press brake to form and bend metal parts according to specifications.
• Set up and operate a shear machine to cut metal materials to precise dimensions.
• Perform welding tasks, including setting up jigs to support accurate and consistent fabrication work.
• Carry out metal fabrication activities, including cutting, forming, fitting, and assembling metal components.
• Assist with a variety of shop duties such as welding, brazing, fabrication, installation, and assembly as needed.
• Interpret and utilize custom blueprints and diagrams to determine dimensions, tolerances, and fabrication processes.
• Conduct quality inspections on parts to verify accuracy, structural integrity, and adherence to specifications.
• Use shop math and mechanical reasoning to troubleshoot issues with parts, setups, or machine operation.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, family-owned organization known for long-tenured employees, strong training, and a supportive team atmosphere. You will benefit from comprehensive benefits, a retirement savings plan with up to 4% match, and meaningful cross-training that helps you expand your skills. The culture emphasizes growth, hands-on learning, and room to advance your career in fabrication and welding.

Work Environment

You will work in a smaller, active fabrication shop that builds, fabricates, and repairs trailers and equipment. The environment is fairly dirty due to the nature of cutting, welding, and metalworking, and you will be engaged in hands-on tasks throughout the day. The shop is equipped with traditional press brakes, shear machines, welding equipment, jigs, and standard fabrication tools. You will collaborate closely with experienced, long-tenured employees in a setting that values practical skills, teamwork, and productivity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maple Grove, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.