Precision Metal Fabrication Trainee
Step into a hands-on manufacturing role where curiosity and initiative turn into career-long skills. You’ll learn the craft of metal fabrication alongside experienced teammates in a collaborative, entrepreneurial shop. If you’re organized, detail-focused, and eager to grow, this is your launchpad.
A day in your steel-toe boots
You arrive to a clean, energized shop, review the day’s work instructions, and set up at your station. Under guidance from a supervisor, you operate fabrication machinery, support welding operations, and pitch in wherever production needs an extra hand. Throughout the shift, you help keep the workspace spotless, receive incoming materials, and prepare completed customer orders for shipment.
- Carry out general manufacturing tasks and run shop equipment safely
- Support welding stations (MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Cored) and basic grinding
- Read work instructions and begin learning to interpret engineering drawings
- Measure, mark, and verify parts using sound math skills
- Assist with receiving materials and staging outbound shipments
- Maintain an organized, clean work area and follow direction with accuracy
- Use basic computer tools to document work and learn new software as needed
What you bring
- Curiosity, reliability, and a team-first mindset
- Strong organization, the ability to juggle priorities, and meet deadlines
- Mechanical and mathematical aptitude; attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and communicate clearly
- Basic computer literacy and willingness to learn new programs
- Interest in learning to read engineering drawings and formal work instructions
- Minimum age 18; ability to lift up to 75 pounds; able to stand for a full 8-hour shift
- Valid driver’s license; meets physical requirements
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
- High school diploma or GED preferred (not required)
Tools and technologies you’ll touch
- MIG Welder (ESAB, Fronius, Kemppi, Hobart, Everlast)
- TIG Welder (CK Worldwide, Everlast, Hobart, Kemppi, Fronius, ESAB)
- Stick Welder
- Flux-Cored Arc Welder
- Manual Grinder (Okamoto, Cin-Milacron, Norton, Harig, Heald, Chevalier, Kent)
Growth, recognition, and rewards
We invest in you from day one with structured learning and real responsibilities.
- Competitive compensation
- Annual fully paid training for continuing education
- Career growth with a professional development plan
- Employee recognition programs
- Health, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, on-site gym, and more
- 401k with a generous employer match
- A collaborative team and entrepreneurial work environment
Proficiencies we value
- Driver's License
- Meets Physical Requirements
- High School / GED
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
- Basic Computer Skills