Sheet Metal Fabricator

This role focuses on fabricating sheet metal components used in the production of lighting products. You will operate and set up fabrication equipment such as lasers and punch press machines, interpret blueprints and work orders, and ensure each work piece meets precise quality standards using measuring tools and visual inspection.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate sheet metal components for lighting products in accordance with work order specifications.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including laser machines and punch press machines, to cut and form sheet metal.
• Perform machine setups and adjustments to support efficient and accurate production.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders to determine fabrication requirements.
• Measure and inspect work pieces using tape measures, calipers, gauges, and other tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Visually and physically examine work pieces to ensure they meet quality and finish standards.
• Use hand tools, grinders, and other fabrication equipment to complete, deburr, and refine parts as needed.
• Follow established fabrication processes and production procedures in a fabrication machine shop environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and adhere to all safety guidelines while operating machinery.

• Proven experience fabricating sheet metal in a production or fabrication machine shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders accurately.
• Proficiency using calipers, tape measures, gauges, and other measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Hands-on experience operating fabrication equipment such as lasers, punch presses, and press brakes.
• Practical knowledge of fabrication processes involving sheet metal, including forming, fitting, and assembly.
• Ability to use hand tools and grinders safely and effectively for finishing and adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure parts meet specifications and quality standards.
• Capability to work with materials such as stainless steel and other sheet metals.

• Experience working in a production environment focused on lighting or similar manufactured products.
• Background using a variety of fabrication equipment in a machine shop setting.
• Comfort reading and working from detailed blueprints and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with grinding and finishing techniques to achieve precise dimensions and surface quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet production goals.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn additional fabrication processes and equipment.

You will join a stable production environment that rewards performance and supports long-term growth. Employees receive a pay increase upon conversion, annual performance reviews, and opportunities for merit-based raises. Production bonuses recognize strong output and quality, creating a culture where effort and skill are acknowledged and rewarded.

Work Environment

This position is based in an indoor, climate-controlled fabrication machine shop focused on sheet metal production for lighting products. You will work on 2nd shift from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., operating lasers, punch presses, press brakes, and other fabrication equipment. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and consistent production processes, with access to a full range of tools and measuring instruments needed to perform precise fabrication work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.