Fabrication Specialist

Aerotek; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA / Health Savings Account

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Fabrication Specialist in Appleton, WI. The role involves reading blueprints and operating diverse metal fabrication equipment to meet customer specs.

You will work with roll-forming equipment, lasers, CNC benders, shears, plasma tables, and related tools in a fully onsite shop. Prior machine operation and fabrication experience are required or would be strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience required.
• Previous metal fabrication or wood working machinery operating experience required (hobby experience will be considered).
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes is preferred.
• Must be comfortable using power tools daily.

Responsibilities

• Work from blueprints to ensure projects are completed accurately.
• Operate machinery including CNC lasers, bending machines, shears, saws, and roll forming presses.
• Set up and adjust machine settings according to projects.
• Use forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials throughout the shop.
• Assist with local installations of built projects.

Skills

Machine operation experience

Metal fabrication experience

Forklift/ crane experience

Power tools proficiency

Tools

CNC lasers

Roll forming equipment

Benders/ Shears

Plasma tables

Job description

Job Title: Fabrication Specialist

Job Description:

Do you have metal fabrication experience? Are you looking to start a career in an established metal fabrication shop?

You will be working in a custom metal fabrication shop and operating various machinery to fabricate metal materials for customers. You will be responsible for setting up and operating various equipment including roll-forming equipment, lasers, CNC benders, shears, plasma tables, and more. You will be working from blueprints to ensure work is completed to specifications.

Pay:

$22.00/hr to $30.00/hr based on experience

Responsibilities

• Work from blueprints and builds plans to ensure projects are completed accurately.

• Operate various machinery including CNC lasers, bending machines, shears, saws, and roll forming presses

• Set up and adjust machine settings according to projects at hand

• Use forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials throughout the shop

• Assist with local installations of built projects

Requirements:

• Previous machine operating experience required

• Previous metal fabrication or wood working machinery operating experience required (hobby experience will be considered)

• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes is preferred

• Must be comfortable using power tools on a daily basis

Why Work Here?

You will join a team‑oriented environment that offers steady, stable work and exposure to variety of custom projects The organization emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Appleton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.