Metal Fabricator

Description Metal Fabricator Location: Fairfield, NJ Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role TiFab is seeking an experienced Metal Fabricator to support the production of tanks, piping, pressure vessel components, and assemblies used by defense and oil & gas customers. You'll shape and prepare high-alloy materials-including titanium and nickel alloys-using forming equipment, layout tools, and precision measurement techniques. This role is ideal for a fabricator who takes pride in craftsmanship, understands the importance of accuracy, and enjoys collaborating with welding and machining teams to deliver high-quality components. What You'll Do • Interpret 2D drawings, blueprints, and BOMs • Lay out parts to precise dimensions for fabrication and assembly • Perform forming operations using brake presses, plate rolls, drill presses, and other shop equipment • Work with titanium, high-nickel alloys, and other exotic materials • Collaborate closely with welders and machinists to ensure proper fit-up • Monitor job progress and adjust work to stay on schedule • Maintain high standards of quality control throughout fabrication • Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety requirements • Prepare components for welding, including cutting, forming, drilling, and related tasks •Must Have Skills and Experience • 4+ years of fabrication experience (custom fabrication strongly preferred) • Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings • Experience operating forming equipment • Knowledge of weld symbols and fabrication standards • High school diploma or GED (technical training a plus) • Authorized to work in the U.S. Nice-to-Have Skills • Experience with pressure vessels or ASME fabrication • Ability to work with titanium and nickel alloys, or willingness to learn • Aerospace or defense fabrication background • Advanced layout and measurement experience • Experience working on large or complex assemblies Who You Are • A hands-on fabricator with strong attention to precision and detail • Comfortable working with high-alloy and exotic materials • Able to visualize fabrication and assembly sequences • A collaborative communicator who works well with welders and machinists • Organized, reliable, and committed to producing quality work Additional Details • Salary Range: $27 - $34 per hour • Shift: Mon-Thurs (6:30 AM - 3:30 PM), Fri (6-hour shift) • Travel: Possible for commercial jobs (per diem available) • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO

Created: 2026-03-07