Fabrication Associate - Sheet Metal & Precision Layout

Fabrication Associate – Sheet Metal & Precision Layout

$22.00 – $24.00/Hour • Richfield, WI • 1st Shift

• COMPENSATION: $22.00 – $24.00/hour starting rate + full benefits package.
• WORK SCHEDULE: 1st Shift (Consistent daytime hours with weekends off).
• WORK ENVIRONMENT: Immaculate, highly modern, 60,000 sq. ft. facility; shop floor culture focused on respect, zero workplace drama, and pride in craftsmanship.
• EXPERIENCE & TECH STACK: 2+ years of continuous sheet metal or custom fabrication shop floor experience; absolute fluency reading tape measures and physical rulers down to precise fractions; hands-on raw material handling.
• COMPANY STABILITY & CULTURE: Financially rock-solid OEM industry pioneer with over 40 years of stability, 15% annual growth, family-oriented culture, and active cross-training on modern production machinery.
• REQUIREMENTS / COMPLIANCE: US Citizen or Green Card holder; 2+ years of continuous physical labor history demonstrating reliability; local commute to Richfield, WI.

If you are tired of volatile manufacturing shops where employees are treated like temporary numbers or dragged into daily shift politics, this opportunity offers a permanent career anchor. Operating out of a pristine, 60,000-square-foot facility in Richfield, WI, this established industry pioneer has been dominating its market for over 40 years while maintaining a steady 15% annual growth rate.

There are no corporate politics or workplace drama here. Every member of the production team shows up, works hard, takes genuine pride in their craftsmanship, and respects one another. If you bring a strong work ethic, physical stamina, and precision measurement skills, this team is ready to invest in your long-term growth by cross-training you on advanced manufacturing equipment and expanding your fabrication skillset.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Fabricate Industrial Sheet Metal: Operate within a high-efficiency production team to form, fit, and assemble heavy-duty sheet metal machinery and specialized structural systems.
• Execute Precision Measurements: Utilize rulers, tape measures, and layout tools daily to verify raw materials and finished component dimensions down to exact fractional specifications.
• Stage & Handle Raw Stock: Safely maneuver, position, and load raw sheet metal stock into production staging zones while maintaining an organized, clean-air work area.
• Master Advanced Machinery: Cross-train across multiple specialized manufacturing stations, learning to operate diverse fabrication equipment to widen your floor versatility.
• Inspect Structural Quality: Collaborate directly with team leadership to audit completed components, ensuring every piece meets strict quality, structural, and safety standards.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• 2+ Years Sheet Metal Depth: Verifiable floor experience working within a sheet metal manufacturing, punching, or custom metal fabrication environment.
• Fractional Measurement Fluency: Absolute proficiency using physical tape measures and rulers to execute layout work quickly and accurately without guesswork.
• Continuous Labor History: Minimum of 2 years of steady, continuous physical labor experience showing strong work ethic, physical stamina, and shop floor reliability.
• Track Record of Reliability: Solid work history demonstrating daily attendance, long-term commitment, and dedication to safety and quality.
• Local Commute: Established resident living within a reliable daily driving radius of Richfield, WI.
• Compliance & Legal Authorization: Must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card holder).

Preferred Technical Assets (Bonus Skills)

• Press Brake / Shear Operation: Prior experience setting up or operating hydraulic press brakes, metal shears, or punch presses.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical assembly drawings or fabrication schematics.
• Deburring & Metal Finishing: Hands-on experience using angle grinders, sanders, or deburring tools to prepare metal edges for final assembly.