Fabricator/Millwright

Wells Brothers, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Fabricator/ Millwright to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in industrial millwright work, metal fabrication, welding, and equipment installation.

This position offers a combination of shop fabrication and fieldwork at customer facilities. Our team fabricates custom metal structures and components in our Anna, Ohio shop and travels to customer locations to perform installations, machinery-related work, and other industrial projects.

Most customer locations are within approximately a 90-mile radius of Anna, Ohio.

We are looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined individual who takes pride in quality workmanship, works well with others, and is comfortable performing a variety of tasks in industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

Metal Fabrication & Welding

• Fabricate, weld, assemble, and install custom metal structures and components.
• Perform welding in both shop and field environments.
• Measure, cut, bend, form, and fit metal materials according to blueprints and specifications.
• Work with mild steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and sanitary food-grade materials.
• Fabricate and install mezzanines, machine access platforms, crossovers, ladders, and other custom structures.
• Perform field modifications and adjustments as needed to complete installations.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and structural integrity. 

Millwright & Industrial Installation

• Install, assemble, dismantle, relocate, and repair industrial machinery and equipment.
• Perform mechanical installations, adjustments, and alignments according to project specifications.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Assist with rigging, positioning, and setting industrial machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform necessary repairs or modifications.
• Work safely around industrial equipment and active manufacturing operations.

General Responsibilities

• Travel to customer facilities to complete industrial installation and fabrication projects.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and fabrication machinery.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Follow company safety procedures and customer-specific safety requirements.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.

Fabrication Shop Equipment

Our fabrication shop is equipped with advanced machinery, including:

• Fully automated 6-axis beam line
• Automated tube cutting machine
• Tube bending machine
• Press brake
• Shear
• 5 × 10 water jet cutting machine

Required Qualifications

• Previous metal fabrication and welding experience is required.
•  Previous hands-on industrial millwright experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, fabrication drawings, and installation specifications.
• Experience installing, assembling, and repairing industrial machinery or mechanical equipment.
• Experience measuring, cutting, fitting, welding, and assembling metal components.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of industrial tools, fabrication equipment, and safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in both shop and customer-site environments.
• Ability to travel regularly to customer facilities, primarily within a 90-mile radius of Anna, Ohio.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• GMAW, SMAW and GTAW welding experience.
• Experience with structural steel fabrication and installation.
• Experience with industrial machinery alignment, rigging, and equipment relocation.
• Experience working with stainless steel, aluminum, and sanitary food-grade materials.
• Familiarity with CNC and automated fabrication equipment.
• Experience installing mezzanines, industrial platforms, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Experience operating forklifts, aerial lifts, or other industrial equipment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in both our Anna, Ohio fabrication shop and at customer facilities.
• Regular travel to customer job sites is required.
• Work may take place in active manufacturing plants, industrial facilities, and construction environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to work at heights when required.
• Ability to safely use welding equipment, power tools, and industrial machinery.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to safely handle and move materials using appropriate equipment and lifting techniques.

Why Join Wells Brothers?

At Wells Brothers, you'll have the opportunity to put your skills to work on a wide variety of industrial projects. From custom metal fabrication and welding to machinery installation and millwright work, this position offers hands-on challenges and the opportunity to work in different industrial environments.

Our team combines skilled craftsmanship, advanced fabrication equipment, and practical problem-solving to deliver quality work for our customers.

We value employees who take pride in their workmanship, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and contribute to a safe, team-oriented environment.

If you're an experienced fabricator with strong millwright and welding skills who enjoys a combination of shop and fieldwork, we encourage you to apply!