Fabricator

Job ID

46425

Date

28 October 2026

Job Family

• Production
  
  

Type of contract

• Permanent
  
  

, Permanent

Why work for Manitou Group?

Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. Based on a “One United Team” focus, we internationally cultivate our purpose-driven and agile work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we cultivate, build and elevate our more than 6000 employees and their diversity across more than 30 countries we operate in. There are 6 main plants with locations in France, the USA, India, Italy and more than 30 subsidiaries all around the world.

Are you looking for a new opportunity? Join us to be part of our continuous success.

General Accountability

Fab/Machine operators set-up, operate, and maintain machinery. Responsible for ensuring the machine produces high quality products, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly maintained. Fabrication involves cutting and bending of sheet metal for fabrication of Manitou products.

Available Shift: 2nd Shift – Monday-Thursday 3:15p-1:45a (plus a 15% shift differential)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; perform tasks in a safe manner.
• Interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Assists with procuring materials needed for production. Must use tape measure, square, protractor, dial caliper and plug gauges.
• Must operate the various equipment including lasers and press brakes.
• Responsible for completion for production and quality paperwork.
• Contact Fabrication Manager, Supervisor or Fabrication Leader if problems arise.
• In the event of an accident or injury immediately, notify the Shift supervisor on duty.
• Contact the Maintenance Department to get equipment repaired when necessary.
• Ability and willingness to take on additional assignments as requested by management.
• Use tools, equipment and technology, computers or automated systems.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Check results for conformance to print and / or specifications and make necessary corrections.
• Work with coworkers in a polite and courteous manner, providing cross training as needed.
• Able to work overtime as required.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. independently
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications And Expectations For Advancement Purpose

• Level I
• Must meet and exceed the above duties and responsibilities
• Understanding material handling processes
• Blueprint comprehension
• Ability to read and use measuring instruments
• Level II
• All duties of Level I in addition to:
• Ability to operate machines and their operating systems
• Level III
• All duties of Level I and II in addition to:
• Training of new employees
• Programming of Lasers
  

Experience

• One year of experience is preferred
  
  

Expertise

• Must be able to read and interpret drawings, standard work instructions, checklists, internal and external deviations, etc.
• Computer skills – knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite is preferred.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills.
• Must be a self-starter, team player, and have the ability to multitask.
  
  

Education

• High school diploma or GED
  
  

What does MANITOU Group offer?

• Base pay will start at $22.50 per hour plus a potential quarterly bonus based on performance metrics
• *Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications & work location
• This position is located onsite in Yankton, South Dakota
• Travel Requirements – no travel required
• In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, a matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year and so much more!
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status.
  

What is MANITOU Group?

To learn more about Manitou Group, click here

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Location(s)

• United States - Yankton
  
  

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