Fabricator

Job Title: FabricatorJob Description We are seeking two skilled Fabricators to join our team in building large industrial machines for various manufacturing companies. This position involves true custom fabrication, primarily working on giant paint machines that include conveyors, robots, and baking ovens. You will be part of a dynamic team, contributing to the machine building process, which includes welding, bending sheet metal, and utilizing the press brake machine. Responsibilities Fabricate large industrial machines, including giant paint machines with conveyors, robots, and baking ovens. Work with large steel frames, giant sheet metal panels, and various other metal parts. Perform welding, bending of sheet metal, and utilize press brake machines. Drive the forklift to move parts and machines as needed. Read and interpret blueprints to fabricate custom machines. Troubleshoot and create solutions to build machines properly, considering the custom nature of each project. Assist in assembling and disassembling machines for shipping to customers. Travel minimally (approximately 15% per year) within the US to assist in machine assembly at customer sites. Essential Skills Minimum of 3 years of custom fabrication experience. Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding. Ability to read and work from blueprints. Experience in bending sheet metal. Valid driver's license for operating a forklift. Additional Skills & Qualifications Problem-solving skills for creating solutions during machine fabrication. Why Work Here? Join a team that values true custom fabrication and offers the opportunity to work on innovative and large-scale industrial machines. Enjoy a clean, organized, and collaborative work environment with a small team of dedicated professionals. Work Environment Work in a large, clean, and organized facility with a team of 15 professionals. The position is on the 1st shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with potential overtime starting at 6:00 AM. Expect to work every other Saturday for the next couple of months. The work environment is supportive and focused on building high-quality custom machines. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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.

Created: 2026-03-08