Fabrication Production Associate | 2nd Shift

Viking Corp; Carol Stream, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Corp in Carol Stream, IL is seeking motivated individuals for a hands-on Fabrication Production Associate role in a fast-paced shop that supports steel pipe fabrication, welding, machine operation, robotics, and material handling.

You will assist with cutting, grinding, assembly, and quality checks, learn fabrication processes through on‑the‑job training, and adapt to various production functions while maintaining safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, machine operator, production, construction, mechanical, or general labor experience preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math calculations.
• Willingness to learn fabrication processes, welding support functions, robotics, and machine operation through hands-on training.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, fabrication equipment, and production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication and production equipment including plasma cutting machines, cold saws, threading machines, grooving machines, grinders, and semi‑automatic fabrication equipment.
• Support fabrication, production, welding, machine operation, robotics, and material handling activities throughout the fabrication shop.
• Cut, groove, thread, grind, and prepare steel pipe and materials to customer specifications and production requirements.
• Read and interpret work orders, production paperwork, measurements, specifications, and tape measures to ensure production accuracy and quality standards are met.
• Visually inspect fabricated materials, welds, and finished products for defects, dimensional accuracy, and quality compliance.
• Load, unload, stage, organize, and move steel pipe, fittings, and raw materials throughout the production process.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Reading tape measure

Safety conscious

Team player

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Power tools

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: IL Carol Stream - Carol Stream, IL 60188

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: $19.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Second

osition Summary

Viking is seeking motivated individuals interested in working in a fabrication, manufacturing, mechanical, or production environment. We operate a fast-paced fabrication shop supporting steel pipe fabrication, welding, machine operation, robotics, and material handling operations.

The Fabrication Production Associate position is a hands‑on production role responsible for supporting fabrication activities including machine operation, pipe preparation, material movement, welding support, quality inspection, and general shop operations. Depending on operational needs, employees may support fabrication, production, machine operation, welding, robotics, shipping preparation, or other manufacturing functions throughout the facility.

This role is ideal for candidates with backgrounds in manufacturing, warehouse, machine operation, construction, welding, mechanical trades, or general labor. Previous fabrication experience is helpful but not required. Viking provides on‑the‑job training for fabrication equipment, welding support functions, robotics, production processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication and production equipment including plasma cutting machines, cold saws, threading machines, grooving machines, grinders, and semi‑automatic fabrication equipment.
• Support fabrication, production, welding, machine operation, robotics, and material handling activities throughout the fabrication shop.
• Cut, groove, thread, grind, and prepare steel pipe and materials to customer specifications and production requirements.
• Assist with machine operation involving plasma cutting, outlet placement, welding support, and automated fabrication processes.
• Read and interpret work orders, production paperwork, measurements, specifications, and tape measures to ensure production accuracy and quality standards are met.
• Visually inspect fabricated materials, welds, and finished products for defects, dimensional accuracy, and quality compliance.
• Perform grinding, deburring, cleanup, finishing work, and general fabrication support activities.
• Load, unload, stage, organize, and move steel pipe, fittings, and raw materials throughout the production process.
• Bundle, band, label, and prepare finished products for shipment.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, CombiLift equipment, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment as assigned.
• Troubleshoot minor production or machine issues and communicate equipment or quality concerns to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe fabrication and production environment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Complete required operational, safety, and production training while demonstrating acceptable competency and performance standards.
• Support additional operational and production needs as assigned by Fabrication Leadership or Branch Operations Management.

QualificationsQualifications & Experience

• Previous manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, machine operator, production, construction, mechanical, or general labor experience preferred.
• Previous steel fabrication, welding, robotics, or industrial production experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work safely in a fast‑paced fabrication and manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, fabrication equipment, and production machinery.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, production schedules, blueprints, or fabrication specifications preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing production schedules, workflow demands, and operational priorities.
• Forklift or material handling experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn fabrication processes, welding support functions, robotics, and machine operation through hands‑on training.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, climb, and perform repetitive physical work throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently lift, move, and carry materials up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely work around moving machinery, forklifts, cranes, sparks, welding operations, and fabrication equipment.
• Ability to work in an industrial fabrication environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, sparks, fumes, and other production‑related conditions.

Equipment Used

• Plasma cutting equipment
• Cold saws and band saws
• Pipe grooving and threading machines
• Grinders and hand tools
• Semi‑automatic fabrication and welding equipment
• Forklifts and material handling equipment
• Overhead cranes and lifting devices