Fabricator

Fabricator The Fabricator performs high-quality Pulse MIG welding and fabrication to build custom industrial equipment. This is a true fitter and fabricator role, responsible for taking projects from blueprint to finished product, using strong blueprint reading skills and precise mathematical measurements to complete work orders from scratch. Responsibilities Perform Pulse MIG, MIG (GMAW), and Flux Core (FCAW) welding to fabricate custom industrial equipment from start to finish. Fit, assemble, and fabricate components. Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and welding symbols to determine job requirements and fabrication steps. Use strong mathematical skills, including working with fractions and dimensions, to calculate and verify accurate measurements. Measure and mark materials using tape measures and other tools to ensure precise cuts and fits. Grind, finish, and prepare welded and fabricated components to meet quality and safety standards. Inspect completed welds and assemblies for accuracy, structural integrity, and conformance to specifications. Follow established fabrication procedures, safety guidelines, and quality standards throughout the production process. Collaborate with team members, as needed, to complete work orders efficiently and resolve fabrication challenges. Maintain a clean and organized work area and care for tools, equipment, and materials used in daily fabrication work. Essential Skills Experience with MIG (GMAW) welding. Experience with Flux Core (FCAW) welding. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols. Strong mathematical skills, including working confidently with fractions and dimensions. Skilled in using tape measures and other measuring tools for accurate layout and fit-up. Experience with grinding and finishing fabricated components. Why Work Here? The organization offers a flexible overtime culture where you can choose to work as much or as little extra time as you prefer, within a stable company that experiences very low turnover. Employees enjoy a laid-back environment with limited direct supervision, supported by clean and well-maintained amenities including a canteen, gym, break rooms, lockers, and showers. The benefits package is comprehensive, featuring dental, medical, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, automatic annual retirement contributions of $2,250 with a guaranteed 4% return at no cost to employees, and an industry-leading employee stock ownership program that can average significant annual value once fully vested. The vesting schedule is structured over five years, and employees can also access up to $2,500 per semester for higher education. Paid time off grows meaningfully with tenure, starting at 40 hours after three months and increasing up to 200 hours after fourteen years, along with 10 paid holidays and typically a week off during the Christmas period, with holiday pay available even while on contract. Additional protection includes automatic life and AD&D insurance, partially company-paid short- and long-term disability, and company contributions to a Health Savings Account, creating a strong total rewards package that supports both financial security and work-life balance. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Louisville, KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.