Metal Fabrication Sheet & Plate Technician- Swing shift

Job Description

Job Description

Fabrication Sheet & Plate Generalist Day & Night Shift Opportunities Available

Lakeshore Talent is currently hiring on behalf of Merritt Trailers

Location: Henderson, CO (Onsite)
Position Type: Contract-to-Hire (4-month contract with potential for permanent hire)
Start Date: ASAP

Night/Swing Shift

• Pay: $25.00 – $29.00 per hour
• Four 10-hour shifts (Tuesday–Friday)
• Hours: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
• Overtime opportunities available on a 5th day and Saturdays as needed

Join a Growing Manufacturing Team

Lakeshore Talent is hiring on behalf of Merritt Trailers for a Fabrication Sheet & Plate Generalist to join their expanding fabrication department in Henderson, Colorado. This is an excellent opportunity for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy working with their hands, solving problems, and learning a variety of fabrication processes and equipment.

Merritt is looking for adaptable team members who are eager to learn, willing to cross-train, and interested in building a long-term career in manufacturing. While experience operating fabrication equipment is preferred, the company is willing to train candidates who possess strong mechanical aptitude, curiosity, and a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with setup of fabrication equipment including press brakes, hydraulic shears, ironworkers, and milling machines
• Read work instructions, measurements, and specifications to produce quality parts
• Perform material handling, layout work, cutting, bending, punching, and forming operations
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure finished products meet company standards
• Troubleshoot equipment and production issues using critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Cross-train on multiple fabrication machines and support various production needs
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and deadlines

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, fabrication, machining, metalworking, or related industries preferred
• Experience operating fabrication equipment is a plus
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment and processes
• Ability to read measurements and use precision measuring tools
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed

Preferred Experience

Ideal candidates will have experience with one or more of the following:

• Press brake setup and operation
• Hydraulic shear operation
• Ironworker equipment
• Manual milling or machining equipment
• Sheet metal or plate fabrication
• Blueprint reading and fabrication measurements

Why Join Merritt Trailers?

• Opportunity for permanent employment after successful contract period
• Stable and growing company with long-term career potential
• Cross-training and skill development opportunities
• Hands-on work with a variety of fabrication equipment
• Team-oriented environment focused on quality and continuous improvement
• Paid training provided

Hiring Process

Qualified candidates will participate in:

• Interview with the hiring manager
• Onsite fabrication skills assessment
• Background check
• Drug screening 

If you're mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and looking for an opportunity to grow your fabrication skills with a respected manufacturing company, we'd love to hear from you.

#ZR Company Description

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.

Company Description

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.