Entry-Level Fabricator Operator - 1st Shift

Aerotek; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Dekalb, IL is seeking a Fabricator Operator for 1st shift to support the fabrication department. The role involves setting up and operating fabrication machinery, reading blueprints, inspecting parts, and recording production data in company systems.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals seeking hands-on machine operating skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment and room to grow into lead or supervisory roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 0-3 months of related experience with on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to communicate, read, and write in English.
• Intermediate shop math for measurements and calculations.
• Ability to read blueprints, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Ability to perform accurate inspections with micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and other tools.
• Basic data entry for recording production and inspection information.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and perform medium-duty physical work.
• Comfort working on a production line and with hand/power tools.
• Ability to operate or learn fabrication machinery and processes.

Responsibilities

• Process work orders in the fabrication department accurately and timely.
• Set up, operate, load, and unload fabrication machinery and related equipment.
• Work with crew members to support efficient production and workflow.
• Record production transactions in company systems with accuracy.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using measuring instruments.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure proper fabrication.
• Use micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and other tools to verify specifications.
• Operate hand and power tools safely in a production environment.
• Support production line activities and general labor tasks as needed.
• Load and offload materials; forklift operation when required.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Lift and move materials up to 50 pounds as part of daily tasks.
• Complete data entry and participate in cross-training on equipment.

Skills

High School Diploma

0-3 months exp

English literacy

Shop math

Blueprint reading

Inspection tools

Data entry

Lift up to 50 lbs

Overtime capable

Production line work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Tape measures

Forklift experience

Job description

Aerotek in Dekalb, IL is seeking a Fabricator Operator for 1st shift to support the fabrication department. The role involves setting up and operating fabrication machinery, reading blueprints, inspecting parts, and recording production data in company systems.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals seeking hands-on machine operating skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment and room to grow into lead or supervisory roles.