Fabricator

Job Title: Fabricator

Job Description

A successful applicant will conduct metal fabrication and welding daily, primarily working with steel. This position involves various types of structural welding, including preparation, welding, and finishing operations. The applicant must be able to read, interpret, and understand detailed design prints and be in good physical condition to work in a steel fabrication shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the shop supervisor, customer, drafter, and peers to produce finished products.

• Interpret drawings and fit materials to print.

• Be proficient in modern welding techniques and equipment.

• Possess a good working knowledge of wire and filler material applications for various steel fabrication.

• Apply finish grinding using manual and power tools.

• Utilize knowledge of various machines, welding practices, mathematics, and building materials.

• Read and interpret drawings and specifications.

• Have working knowledge of welding shop operations.

• Be self-motivated, capable of working independently and performing well within teams.

• Maintain safety-conscious and good housekeeping practices.

• Work with minimum supervision and self-check for completeness and accuracy of work produced.

• Manage time effectively.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in welding techniques.

• Ability to read blueprints.

• Assembly skills.

• Experience with Brake Press.

• Fabrication knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age.

• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Forklift experience required.

• Assembly and welding experience is a plus.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and future random drug testing.

• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy the stability of a first shift with no layoffs, along with a comprehensive benefits package including a 401k retirement plan, medical, HSA, dental, vision, and eight company-paid holidays.

Work Environment

The work environment is a metal fabrication shop located in KCK, operating from 6am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Employees must be comfortable working under varying temperature conditions influenced by weather and production equipment. Adherence to safety practices and proper attire is required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Kansas City, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $54080.00/yr.

Company Benefits Available for this Position:

• Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match provision

• Company-paid Life/AD&D for self and family

• Supplemental Life/AD&D for self and family

• 8 Company-paid holidays

• Paid time off benefits

• Employee Referral Program

• Employee Assistance Program available

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 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.