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Experienced Fabricator

Huffman Welding & Machine, Inc.
Fort Madison, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/30/2027

Huffman’s is looking for motivated, self-driven person who want to be part of a growing company and be a strong member of that team.

Job Location: Huffman Welding & Machine, Inc. in Fort Madison

6224 Avenue 0

Fort Madison, Iowa 52627

Very Competitive salary based upon experience.

Great benefit package offered including: healthcare, 401 K retirement (3% Company Match, 4% if 5% or more is contributed by employee) and vacation.

Please apply at Huffman Welding & Machine, Inc. in Fort Madison. Or send your resume to hr@huffmanwelding.com Management will be contacting you if they are interested in scheduling an interview.

Experience/Education/Skillsets Needed:

  • Multiple years of fabrication experience and training

Job Requirements include:

  • Work safely and follow all HWMI and OSHA safety requirements
  • Efficient in heavy GMAW MIG welding
  • Additional proficiency beneficial - FCAW, GTAW or SMAW in Carbon, Stainless and Aluminum
  • Ensure proper weld procedures, assembly procedures, and final products are completed correctly
  • Must have ability to understand various fabrication techniques and what process is needed to complete projects in the most efficient manner
  • Read Engineering Drawings and Prints and produce sketches of simple parts for engineers to duplicate
  • Able to use all fabrication tools – plasma and cutting torch, grinders, tape measure and layout tools (levels, combination square, scribes, plumb bob, wrap-o-round, centering head, sheet metal gauge, etc.)
  • Drive a fork truck
  • Work with machinists, sheet metal, and project managers to complete projects on-time and per quality standards and specifications
  • Understand what it takes to keep shop clean and efficient – understand how to keep work area clean and organized

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs and maneuver up to 100 lbs. without physical restrictions
  • This is a 40 hour per week job with occasional mandatory overtime
  • Exposure to heat and cold depending on weather conditions

Other Desirable (Not necessary) Skills include:

  • Beneficial if able to lead fabrication on large fabrications and assemblies
  • Equipment repair experience – ability to do heavy equipment repair
  • Valid Driver’s License to Drive Company Vehicles to On-site jobs
  • Ability to train and mentor welders/apprentice fabricators and train them in multiple disciplines of fabrication
  • Efficient welding skills in:
  • Brazing / Silver Soldering
  • Work on jobsites – installation and repair of equipment / On-site fabrication and welding

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $49,528 - $69,207

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