Equipment Fabricator

Kerry; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Employee Share Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Kerry in Manitowoc, WI seeks an Equipment Fabricator to join our Maintenance and Engineering team. You will fabricate, assemble, install, and support stainless steel processing equipment, using TIG welding and fabrication skills in a safety‑first environment.

The role requires 1–3+ years TIG/MIG stainless welding, blueprint reading, and strong mechanical aptitude. Travel up to 10% may be required. Competitive pay and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical college degree or welding certificate ideal.
• 1–3+ years TIG/MIG stainless welding experience.
• Strong reading of blueprints and schematics.
• Good mechanical aptitude and safety focus.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install stainless steel equipment.
• TIG welding and fabrication of components.
• Read blueprints, drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure specs and workmanship.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Assist with small assembly projects and prep.
• Support inventory control and parts ordering.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams.
• Travel 5–10% for installation, startup, commissioning.

Job description

We Are Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Why Join Our Team

Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, our Manitowoc, WI facility is part of Kerry's Smoke & Grill Division, producing natural smoke ingredients for customers around the world. You'll work in a modern manufacturing facility alongside a team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous learning. Through structured training, supportive leadership, employee engagement programs, volunteer opportunities, and a strong team culture, you'll have the chance to build a rewarding career in manufacturing.

What You'll Do

As an Equipment Fabricator, you'll work with our Maintenance and Engineering team to fabricate, assemble, install, and support stainless steel processing equipment. This hands‑on role combines TIG welding, fabrication, assembly, and occasional customer‑site installation work. We strongly believe in Safety First, Quality Always for our employees, products, and customers. Your initiative to follow detailed, complex directions,mechanical aptitude and development of advanced skills with stainless and fine gauge steel, will be recognised and appreciated.

Core Responsibilities

• Utilize hand tools and fabrication machinery for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and forming components.
• Perform TIG welding and stainless steel fabrication to manufacture and assemble equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure finished equipment meets specifications and workmanship standards.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely when moving materials and equipment.
• Assist with small assembly projects and equipment preparation.
• Support inventory control and ordering of fabrication parts and supplies.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to complete projects efficiently and safely.
• Travel 5-10% to customer locations for equipment installation, startup, and commissioning activities.

What We Look For

• High school diploma or GED required. Technical college degree, welding certificate, journeyman status, or related vocational training ideal.
• 1-3+ years of TIG and/or MIG stainless steel welding and fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical schematics.
• Experience using fabrication equipment, hand tools, and power tools such as grinders, sanders, drills, and cutoff wheels.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment as needed.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 10%

Preferred

• Experience in food, beverage, or sanitary stainless steel manufacturing environments.
• Sanitary welding certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Previous experience with equipment installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Forklift and overhead crane operating experience.

What We Offer

The hiring range for this position is $23.00-$30.00 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on September 14, 2026.

Shift Hours are 700AM-330PM, Monday- Friday with Overtime Available

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).