What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metal Fabrication Specialist position at Mpac Group?
Newburyport, MA
Fulltime
Manufacturing / Automation
Are you a skilled metal fabricator who enjoys working with modern CNC machinery, solving manufacturing challenges, and taking pride in quality workmanship? Do you want to be part of a growing automation company where your skills truly matter? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.
The Role
As a Metal Fabrication Specialist, you will play a key role in the production of highquality fabricated components that support advanced automation systems. You'll work across CNC machining, metal forming, and fabrication processes, contributing directly to efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement within the department.
You'll report to the Manufacturing Engineer and Scheduling Manager and work closely with Engineering, Fabrication, and Project Management teams.
What You'll Be Doing
Qualifications & Experience
Apply today and become part of a team that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and innovation in automation.
About Us
Boston Conveyor and Automation (BCA), part of the Mpac Group, is located in beautiful Newburyport, Massachusetts. We specialize in automation solutions for the food manufacturing, life sciences, and general manufacturing industries. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Metal Fabrication professional to join our manufacturing team.
At BCA, collaboration, innovation, and craftsmanship are at the heart of what we do.
Fulltime
Manufacturing / Automation
Are you a skilled metal fabricator who enjoys working with modern CNC machinery, solving manufacturing challenges, and taking pride in quality workmanship? Do you want to be part of a growing automation company where your skills truly matter? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.
The Role
As a Metal Fabrication Specialist, you will play a key role in the production of highquality fabricated components that support advanced automation systems. You'll work across CNC machining, metal forming, and fabrication processes, contributing directly to efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement within the department.
You'll report to the Manufacturing Engineer and Scheduling Manager and work closely with Engineering, Fabrication, and Project Management teams.
What You'll Be Doing
- Operate and support CNC Lathes and Mills
- Perform metal forming, including press brakes and rolls
- Program CNC machines using SolidWorks CAM
- Coordinate machine centers in the automated metal prep area to maximize efficiency and minimize waste
- Develop machine operation standards to improve uptime and reduce tool wear or breakage
- Maintain tooling, fabrication programs, and machine health
- Train team members on CNC machinery as the department grows
- Research and implement new tooling, methods, fluids, and fabrication improvements
- Schedule and prioritize work within the department
- Interface with Engineering to resolve drawing, design, and manufacturability issues
- Inspect finished products using measuring tools such as calipers and tape measures
- Read and interpret blueprints and work orders accurately
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience in metal fabrication or machining
- High school diploma or equivalent (onthejob training accepted)
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Experience working in a fastpaced manufacturing environment
- Conveyor experience is a plus
- Comfortable with basic computer tools (Word, Excel, email)
- Driven selfstarter with a positive attitude
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently or as part of a team
- High attention to safety, quality, and organization
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Able to stand, bend, and occasionally climb short ladders for an 8hour shift
- Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
- Available to work 40 hours per week, with overtime as needed
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time)
- Optional uniforms
- A clean, safetyfocused manufacturing environment
- Opportunities to grow your skills and influence process improvements
Apply today and become part of a team that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and innovation in automation.
About Us
Boston Conveyor and Automation (BCA), part of the Mpac Group, is located in beautiful Newburyport, Massachusetts. We specialize in automation solutions for the food manufacturing, life sciences, and general manufacturing industries. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Metal Fabrication professional to join our manufacturing team.
At BCA, collaboration, innovation, and craftsmanship are at the heart of what we do.