Branch Skilled - Metal Fabricator

Monroechamber; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Metal Fabricator for a company in Richmond, IL. The role supports fabricating metal components, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality workmanship on first or second shift.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma (technical training preferred) and welding experience, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and maintain safety standards. This is a strong production role with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Work with MIG/TIG welds and fabrication equipment.
• Perform layout, measurement, and cutting to exact specs.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal components using saws, torches, presses, brakes, rollers, and other equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Perform layout, measurement, and cutting of materials to exact specifications.
• Weld, tack, or braze metal parts using MIG, TIG, or stick welding techniques.
• Fit, assemble, and secure components to create finished products or subassemblies.
• Use grinders, sanders, and finishing tools to smooth welds and prepare surfaces.
• Inspect finished work for accuracy and quality.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment safely.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Measurement

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Technical training in metal fabrication or welding preferred

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Shop machinery

Job description

Position Title: Metal Fabricator Wage: $22.00-$25.00/hour Shift: 1st, 2nd Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm, 3:30pm-12:00am QPS Employment Group is hiring a Metal Fabricator for a company in Richmond, IL. This is a potential to hire opportunity on 1st or 2nd shift.

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Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal components using saws, shears, torches, presses, brakes, rollers, and other fabrication equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders
• Perform layout, measurement, and cutting of materials to exact specifications
• Weld, tack, or braze metal parts using MIG, TIG, or stick welding techniques
• Fit, assemble, and secure components to create finished products or subassemblies
• Use grinders, sanders, and finishing tools to smooth welds and prepare surfaces
• Inspect finished work for accuracy, quality, and adherence to specifications
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment safely
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in metal fabrication or welding preferred
• Experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, or welding required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurement tools
• Proficient with fabrication tools, welding equipment, and basic shop machinery
• Strong math, measurement, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, and reaching
• Commitment to safety and quality in all work performed
• Manufacturing or fabrication shop environment
• Exposure to heat, noise, sparks, and metalworking equipment; PPE required

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