Fabrication Lead

Ultra Tool Manufacturing; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Tool Manufacturing in Wisconsin is seeking a hands-on operator to support daily fabrication operations. You will set up lasers, brakes, and drills, coordinate job priorities, and assist operators to meet production targets.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork, with training on equipment, processes, and customer requirements. A strong communicator with basic math and blueprints reading is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Basic math, reading and computer skills.
• Ability to read blueprints preferred.
• Basic machine maintenance experience is a plus.
• Ability to lead by example and work alongside production employees.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate fabrication equipment, including lasers, brake presses, and drill presses.
• Coordinate daily production workflow and job priorities.
• Train and assist operators with equipment, processes, and quality expectations.
• Stage materials, tooling, and documentation for upcoming jobs.
• Monitor product quality to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Troubleshoot equipment and communicate maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Work closely with management to support production goals.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

This hands-on position is responsible for supporting daily operations, coordinating workflow, assisting operators, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate fabrication equipment, including lasers, brake presses, and drill presses.
• Coordinate daily production workflow and job priorities.
• Train and assist operators with equipment, processes, and quality expectations.
• Stage materials, tooling, and documentation for upcoming jobs.
• Monitor product quality to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Troubleshoot equipment and communicate maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Work closely with management to support production goals.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills
• Ability to read blueprints preferred.
• Basic machine maintenance experience is a plus.
• Ability to lead by example and work alongside production employees.