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Metal Fabricator

Industrial Metal Fabrication
Newton, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 8/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for rolling, braking, drilling, cutting and part preparation as directed by standard work documents. Maintain a consistent workflow to ensure safe operation, quality product and consistent delivery.

  • Must be able to operate plate roll, press brake, saw, drill press or work as an iron worker.
  • Use various tools such as cutting torches, hand tools, drills, angle grinder, punches, tape measures, scrapers, saw, drill press or other types of finishing tools to ensure quality product.
  • Safely operate related equipment including forklifts, hoists, slings and bandsaw.
  • Inspects parts for defects and check measurements to ensure compliance.
  • Read, understand and follow job order specifications, blueprints, work instructions and procedures.
  • Must inspect and inventory all parts before starting job.
  • Notify shop foreman of any problems with parts or discrepancies with drawings.
  • Responsible for insulating various jobs.
  • Notify quality when job is complete to be inspected before moving onto the next process.
  • Tag with part number and job number then stage parts when job is completed and signed off on by quality.
  • Keeps work area clean, neat and orderly to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.
  • Must be able to operate equipment safely and use safe work habits while preforming the job function.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Continual use of your hands, considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling materials.
  • Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 lbs. without physical restrictions.
  • Must wear appropriate PPE at all times such as safety glasses, face shield, hearing protection, gloves and safety toe boots.
  • Able to work in hot and cold environments during summer and winter months.

PREFERRED SKILLS

  • Ability to read blueprints, layout parts to print, process fabrication methods to print.
  • Ability to understand and follow standard work practices.
  • Knowledge of shop hazards and safety rules and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • 1-2 years of experience in a welding production plant with fabrication preferred.
  • High School/GED diploma preferred.
  • Fabrication technical training preferred.
  • Able to work overtime if needed.
  • MUST be dependable and provide references and good work history.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover and contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary : $18 - $26

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