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Fabrication Operator

Viper USA
West Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026

Job Summary: Operate various fabrication tools and support the production team by assembling parts, operating machinery, bending, punching, or sawing of metal products as instructed by the supervisor.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operate fabrication equipment, such as CNC lasers, brake presses, shears, turrets, saws, or plasma tables.
  • Select and set up equipment, load programs, and set machine parameters for optimal performance.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment with fast changing priorities.
  • Keep work area clean and organized.
  • Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
  • Operate machinery used in the production process.
  • Uphold all ISO and OSHA standards applicable to the responsibilities above.
  • Other duties as required.

Qualification Requirements:

  • 2 years experience on fabrication machines.
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Solid background working with sheet metal.
  • Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance.
  • Proven measurement and mathematical fraction/decimal conversion skills.
  • Ability to distinguish material types including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, and brass.
  • Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.

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