Fabrication & Welding Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Fabrication & Welding Technician is responsible for welding, metal fabrication, assembly, and repair activities supporting manufacturing operations and engineering projects. This position builds and modifies equipment, fixtures, prototypes, and production support tools while assisting with process improvements, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

• Fabricate, weld, assemble, modify, and repair metal components, fixtures, and equipment.
• Build custom carts, tables, guards, racks, tooling, and production support equipment from drawings and specifications.
• Perform cutting, drilling, forming, grinding, fitting, and finishing operations.
• Assist with manufacturing equipment installation, relocation, and improvement projects.
• Support engineering initiatives, prototype development, and process improvement activities.
• Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Toolroom, and Operations teams.
• Maintain safe work practices and proper use of PPE.
• Participate in 5S, continuous improvement, and workplace organization initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Proficiency with MIG welding and common fabrication equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer skills.

The employee must regularly stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and use hand and power tools. Frequent lifting of materials up to 50 pounds may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, welding fumes, moving machinery, and varying temperatures. Appropriate PPE is required.

Palmer Hamilton, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.

This should fit cleanly into the same one-page style as your Material Handler posting while still reflecting the broader scope of the fabrication and engineering support responsibilities.