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Fabrication Lead

Impact Solutions
Waukesha, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/2/2026

Fabrication Lead

Job Order ID:4650
Employment Type:Permanent
Salary:$70720/Yr
Web Publication Date:6/1/2026 12:00:00 AM
Job Location:Waukesha, WI 53188
Job Function:

Fabrication Shop Lead – Custom Welding & Industrial Fixtures


$26.00 – $34.00/Hour • Waukesha, WI Area • 100% Onsite Join an established, family-oriented industrial manufacturing leader with over 40 years of market stability Step into a high-ownership, 95% hands-on shop floor leadership role directing custom builds and critical system maintenance


  • EXPERIENCE 3 Years of professional welding or custom metal fabrication experience; related trade degree/certification is a plus
  • CORE SKILLS Mastery of fabrication equipment (shears, press brakes, plasma torches, structural welding), blueprint reading, and basic math
  • SCHEDULE Premium 1st Shift with flexible start windows | 45 hours per week
  • COMPENSATION $26.00 – $34.00 per hour base rate depending on experience (Expected annual earnings up to $70,720)
  • WORK TYPE Full-Time, Permanent, W-2 position (100% Onsite in a non-climate-controlled industrial environment)
  • PERKS Free uniforms and safety gear, on-site healthcare/wellness services, tuition assistance, and a structured employee recognition program
  • COMPLIANCE Must meet ITAR compliance requirements (US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, or Protected Individual).


If you are a seasoned fabricator or welder who wants to step away from monotonous assembly-line production and take pride in custom, varied industrial craftsmanship, we have the ideal shop home for you. We are a recognized, multi-decade manufacturer holding elite, high-level quality certifications for specialized components. Our operations cater to sectors like defense, aerospace, energy, mining, and heavy equipment manufacturing, meaning our production standard is strictly zero defects.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, family-oriented culture that actively invests in our people. When you join our crew, you get access to unparalleled on-site perks. In this role, you will escape the standard corporate grind. This is a dynamic, high-velocity environment where you will lead by example on the floor, tackle custom builds, and expand your technical skill set into specialized industrial production systems.


What You Will Be Doing

  • Fabricating and modifying specialized, high-value custom parts, heavy structural fixtures, and production components from the ground up
  • Operating a full suite of industrial fabrication equipment, including heavy shears, press brakes, plasma torches, manual welders, and automatic welding machinery
  • Taking hands-on ownership of specialty equipment maintenance, repairing complex structural components, and supporting the design/creation of custom internal shop fixturing
  • Performing specialty equipment linings and refractory work, including the precise mixing, pouring, and forming of specialized materials during system rebuilds
  • Spending 95% of your shift actively working on the production floor, with the remaining 5% dedicated to planning daily shop activities and reviewing/approving team timecards
  • Providing direct training, safety guidance, and technical mentorship to fabrication assistants and junior team members
  • Ensuring a safe, organized, and highly efficient workflow across the fabrication division while strictly adhering to quality management guidelines

What We Are Looking For

  • Fabrication Background: 3 years of verifiable experience in custom metal fabrication or structural industrial welding.
  • Equipment Mastery: Proven capability safely setting up and running shears, brakes, torch equipment, and standard welding setups.
  • Technical Literacy: Strong blueprint reading skills and fundamental mathematical proficiency (fractions, decimals, and basic shop geometry/algebra).
  • Leadership Mindset: A self-motivated, goal-oriented attitude with the communication skills required to train assistants and collaborate directly with our operations leadership team.
  • Physical Capability: Ability to stand for extended periods in a non-climate-controlled industrial environment, bend, stoop, and regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs throughout the shift.
  • Dependability: A solid work history showing attention to detail, strong time-management habits, and a safety-first mindset.

Comprehensive Corporate Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health and Dental insurance plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off plus 8 Paid Holidays
  • 100% Employer-Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, plus Short-Term and Long-Term Disability plans at no cost to you
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company-funded wellness incentives to offset your deductible
  • On-Site Health & Wellness Clinic
  • Tuition Reimbursement and professional development assistance
  • Free Uniforms, complete PPE/Safety Equipment provisions, and a structured Employee Recognition program


Please apply here or at impactsolutions.com/opportunities where you can see and apply for any of our open positions.

Salary : $70,720

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