What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metal Fabricator position at Titanium Fabrication Corporation?
Description
Metal Fabricator
Location: Fairfield, NJ
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
TiFab is seeking an experienced Metal Fabricator to support the production of tanks, piping, pressure vessel components, and assemblies used by defense and oil & gas customers. You’ll shape and prepare high-alloy materials—including titanium and nickel alloys—using forming equipment, layout tools, and precision measurement techniques. This role is ideal for a fabricator who takes pride in craftsmanship, understands the importance of accuracy, and enjoys collaborating with welding and machining teams to deliver high-quality components.
What You’ll Do
- Interpret 2D drawings, blueprints, and BOMs
- Lay out parts to precise dimensions for fabrication and assembly
- Perform forming operations using brake presses, plate rolls, drill presses, and other shop equipment
- Work with titanium, high-nickel alloys, and other exotic materials
- Collaborate closely with welders and machinists to ensure proper fit-up
- Monitor job progress and adjust work to stay on schedule
- Maintain high standards of quality control throughout fabrication
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety requirements
- Prepare components for welding, including cutting, forming, drilling, and related tasks
MUST HAVE
- 4 years of fabrication experience (custom fabrication strongly preferred)
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings
- Experience operating forming equipment
- Ability to work with titanium and nickel alloys
- Knowledge of weld symbols and fabrication standards
- High school diploma or GED (technical training a plus)
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
NICE TO HAVE
- Experience with pressure vessels or ASME fabrication
- Aerospace or defense fabrication background
- Advanced layout and measurement experience
- Experience working on large or complex assemblies
Who You Are
- A hands-on fabricator with strong attention to precision and detail
- Comfortable working with high-alloy and exotic materials
- Able to visualize fabrication and assembly sequences
- A collaborative communicator who works well with welders and machinists
- Organized, reliable, and committed to producing quality work
Additional Details
- Salary Range: $27 – $34 per hour
- Shift: Mon–Thurs (6:30 AM – 3:30 PM), Fri (6-hour shift)
- Travel: Possible for commercial jobs (per diem available)
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO
Salary : $27 - $34