Fabricator Welder

Job Title: Fabricator

Location: Hopkinsville, KY

Shift: 1st Shift
Schedule: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is expected to be between $25.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on geographic location, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

About the Role

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is seeking an experienced Fabricator for a direct-hire opportunity with an established manufacturing organization in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

This is a hands-on fabrication position requiring strong MIG welding, blueprint-reading, measurement, fitting, and general fabrication skills. The Fabricator will work independently from drawings to fit, weld, assemble, and finish fabricated components while maintaining dimensional accuracy and quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and fabrication of frames, housings, supports, flanges, and related fabricated components
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, dimensions, and measurements independently
• Measure, fit, position, and weld components according to drawing and dimensional requirements
• Fabricate primarily with carbon steel, including galvanized material, as well as aluminum and stainless steel
• Operate common fabrication equipment including drill presses, band saws, grinders, and welding equipment
• Perform grinding, deburring, weld-spatter removal, and other finishing work
• Inspect completed components for dimensional accuracy, workmanship, and overall quality
• Identify unclear drawing requirements and seek clarification before proceeding with fabrication

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on fabrication experience
• Strong MIG welding experience
• Ability to independently read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings
• Strong measurement, layout, fitting, and fabrication skills
• Experience using common fabrication equipment and hand tools
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Strong attention to quality, safety, and detail

Preferred Qualifications

• TIG welding experience
• AWS welding certification

Additional Position Information

The work is primarily MIG welding with occasional TIG work. Materials include carbon steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Most material ranges from approximately 14 gauge through 3/16-inch thickness, with some heavier material.

Qualified candidates should be prepared to complete a hands-on welding and fabrication assessment during the interview process. The assessment may evaluate blueprint reading, welding, measurement, equipment use, safety practices, finish quality, and overall fabrication judgment.

Benefits

Health, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Paid Time Off (PTO).

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Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. This information may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.

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Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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Administrative Posting Information

Created/Revised Date: September 30, 2026
Anticipated Closing Date: September 30, 2027
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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