Fabricator

Fabricator

The fabricator will perform MIG and TIG welding on small to large custom industrial ovens, ranging in size from a lunchbox to roughly half a semi-trailer. In addition to welding, this role involves fabrication, insulation of ovens, and general assembly work in the shop. The position requires strong blueprint reading skills, accurate tape measure use, and solid mechanical aptitude. Candidates must be willing to work across multiple tasks and successfully pass a weld test; this is not a welding-only position.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality MIG and TIG welds on a wide range of industrial oven sizes and configurations.
• Fabricate components and assemblies according to blueprints and specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to ensure accurate builds.
• Use a tape measure and other hand tools to take precise measurements and verify dimensions.
• Insulate ovens as part of the build process, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Assist with assembly tasks around the shop, including fitting, fastening, and final build of custom equipment.
• Support machine setup activities related to welding and fabrication operations, as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, adhering to company safety standards.
• Participate in weld testing and quality checks to ensure all work meets internal and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules and accommodate custom orders.
• Demonstrate pride in workmanship by avoiding shortcuts and ensuring each project is completed to a high standard.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding on a variety of materials and thicknesses.
• Proficiency in TIG welding on a variety of materials and thicknesses.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including the ability to interpret dimensions and fabrication details.
• Experience in fabrication, including cutting, fitting, and assembling metal components.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and basic hand tools.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and understanding of how components fit and function together.
• Ability and willingness to perform both welding and non-welding tasks such as insulation and assembly.
• Capability to pass a weld test demonstrating skill and consistency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with assembly work in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Exposure to machine setup related to welding or fabrication processes.
• Welding certifications or formal welder training.
• Prior experience building special or custom equipment.
• Interest in learning new skills and expanding responsibilities over time.
• Comfort working in a custom, build-to-order production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a smaller local shop backed by corporate resources, offering the stability of a larger organization with the close-knit feel of a family-oriented team. Employees enjoy long tenures, with many staying for decades, reflecting strong loyalty and satisfaction. The culture emphasizes pride in craftsmanship, mutual respect, and support for professional growth, including clear opportunities for advancement when you show initiative and a desire to learn. Benefits include full insurance coverage starting immediately upon hire, a 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match and immediate vesting after six months, 15 paid holidays, 2–3 floating holidays, and tuition and skill-learning reimbursement to support ongoing development.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small to medium-sized manufacturing company with approximately 51 employees, focused entirely on custom, build-to-order industrial ovens. The environment is a tight-knit, family-style culture where team members take great pride in their work and expect high standards, with low tolerance for cutting corners. You will work in a shop setting using MIG and TIG welding equipment, fabrication tools, hand tools, and measurement devices. The atmosphere supports upward mobility for those who express interest in advancing and actively seek out learning opportunities. Dress code is typical for a fabrication and welding shop, with appropriate workwear and safety gear required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riverside, MI.

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 Riverside, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.