Fabrication Operator

Weiss-Aug – Elk Grove Village, IL; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401 (k) with company match

Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Of

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short Term Disability

Group Life and Accidental Insurance

Job summary

Weiss-Aug – Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a Fabrication Operator to produce quality metal parts and assemblies, performing grinding, drilling, tapping, and inspection to meet specifications.

You will work with precision measurement tools, read basic blueprints, and team with colleagues to achieve production goals in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and specifications.
• Good mechanical aptitude and use of hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Regularly attend, maintain workstation cleanliness, and meet production goals.
• Use precision measurement tools to verify part quality and log results.
• Follow instructions and conduct routine machine maintenance.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and resolve machine issues per specifications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Metal fabrication

Blueprint reading

Tool handling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Manual tools

Power tools

Machining controls

Job description

Description

Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter.

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us?

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

We’re currently seeking a passionate and skilled Fabrication Operator to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for producing quality metal parts and assemblies performing multiple manual operations including, but not limited to, grinding, sanding, drilling, tapping, spot welding, forming, mass finishing operations, product inspection and final reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Regular predictable attendance required.
• Responsible for cleanliness and orderliness of workstation and surrounding area.
• Responsible for quality of product produced and meeting production goals.
• Suggest improvements to currently accepted process,
• Ability to use precision measurement tools to ensure production meets specifications and quality standards and log results.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on machines/equipment.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and resolve machine issues according to specifications.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write and read English-bilingual a plus
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with machine controls / touchscreens
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to get along and work effectively with others.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and specifications.
• Good mechanical aptitude. Ability to use various hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to follow directions
• 2 years' experience in Metal Fabrication or adjacent field.
• Must also possess the ability to take direction from peers and supervision to optimize productivity.

Working Condition:

• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends as needed.
• Must be physically capable of standing/bending/stooping/squeezing 8+ hour shift(s)
• Must be able to lift, carry and/or move up to 30 pounds on a given day, up to 31 – 70 pounds with assistance.
• Must have the ability to push, pull material and equipment as needed.
• Must be able to wear the required safety equipment including respirators, welding face shield, gloves and jacket

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401 (k) with company match
• Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Group Life and Accidental Insurance

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.