Fabrication Tech

ICON Vehicle Dynamics, LLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in California is looking for a Fabrication Technician to perform a variety of operations including milling, lathe work, and tube bending. Candidates must have a high school diploma and preferably a technical degree in fabrication or welding, along with proven experience. Strong knowledge of metalworking techniques is required, along with good communication skills. The role requires lifting heavy materials and working in a noisy environment. Safety awareness is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in fabrication, welding preferred.
• Proven experience as a Fabrication Technician or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of metalworking techniques including cutting, welding, soldering.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic duties such as clean up, maintenance, and understanding work orders.
• Operate various manual and CNC machinery for fabrication tasks.
• Maintain machine and cutting tools, ensuring safety standards.

Skills

Reading and interpreting blueprints

Metalworking techniques

Excellent hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree in fabrication or welding

Tools

Digital Read Out (DRO)

Manual lathe

CNC tube bending machine

Job description

Description

Fabrication Tech: There are several different operations that make up the fabrication department, and everyone in the department may not have the ability to perform all the operations. These operations include and are not limited to:

• Basic duties such as clean up; maintenance; understanding, executing, and reporting work orders; maintaining work area safety and always operating in a safe manner in all areas of this department.
• Manual milling
• Use: Digital Read Out (DRO), edge finder, coaxial dial indicator, vise, toe clamps, cutting tools
• Rotating head, squaring up the head
• Maintain machine, cutting tools and specialty tools.
• Feeds and speeds, climb cutting, conventional cutting
• Manual lathe (turning)
• Use: Digital Read Out (DRO), tail stock, cutting tools
• Maintain machine, cutting tools and specialty tools.
• Feeds and speeds, threading
• Dial in parts on 4 jaw chuck
• Saws
• Automatic band saw, miter band saw, vertical band saw, friction chop saw, cold saw
• Tubing bending
• Manual bending
• CNC tube bending program loading, tooling setup, first article inspection, production run
• Tubing cutting
• Setup and notch tubing on milling machine table
• Run programs on Dragon cutting machine and make simple programs and program modifications as needed
• Drill press, sander, grinder
• Material identification, knowledge of different types of materials and grades

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in fabrication, welding, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Fabrication Technician or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of metalworking techniques, including cutting, welding, soldering, and brazing.
• Experience with operating various fabrication machinery and tools.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with safety standards and procedures in a fabrication environment.
• Knowledge of CNC processes

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry heavy materials and equipment (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to stand, bend, and reach for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a noisy and sometimes hazardous environment.