Surface Prep - 1st Shift

NABRICO Marine Products is seeking a safety-focused Surface Prep Technician to join our team in Ashland City, Tennessee. In this role, you will prepare steel materials and fabricated components for welding, painting, and final assembly by grinding, cleaning, and removing surface imperfections. Successful candidates will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining quality and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in building a career in manufacturing, fabrication, or marine construction.

About NABRICO Marine Products

NABRICO Marine Products is a leading manufacturer of inland barges and marine products serving the U.S. inland waterway system. Our products help transport essential commodities including grain, coal, aggregates, petroleum products, fertilizers, chemicals, and other liquid cargoes throughout the nation's waterways.

In addition to manufacturing dry cargo and tank barges, NABRICO Marine Products is the largest U.S. manufacturer of fiberglass hopper barge covers and produces a complete line of marine deck hardware, including hatches, castings, and winches for towboats and dock facilities.

What You'll Do

• Prepare steel materials, assemblies, and fabricated components for welding, painting, and final production processes.
• Operate grinders and other hand tools to remove slag, weld spatter, burrs, rust, and surface imperfections.
• Clean and prepare metal surfaces according to production requirements and quality standards.
• Inspect work areas and completed surfaces to ensure quality expectations are met.
• Assist welders, fitters, and other production personnel as needed.
• Move materials and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and other equipment required for surface preparation activities.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You'll Need

• Previous manufacturing, construction, fabrication, grinding, or industrial experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to safely operate grinders, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to listen, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new skills and perform a variety of production support tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  
  

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, and other protective equipment as required.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and temperatures depending on the work area.
• Ability to work around dust, noise, vibration, and other manufacturing conditions.
• Ability to work at elevated heights or in confined spaces when required.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays based on production needs.
  
  

Why Join NABRICO Marine Products?

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities
• Safety-focused work environment
• Stable, growing manufacturing operation
• Opportunity to help build products that support America's inland waterways