Fabrication Technician

WillowWood; Mount Sterling (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

WillowWood in Mount Sterling, OH is seeking a Fabrication Technician to support the R&D team with fabrication, machining, welding and assembly of prototype parts and tooling.

You will work with engineers to build and modify prototypes, run experiments, and document techniques while maintaining a clean, safe work area. Hands-on problem solving and ability to read drawings are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous welding experience required or strongly preferred.
• Experience with common welding techniques and metal fabrication equipment.
• Experience using manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read measurements and work from drawings, sketches, or specifications.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Basic computer skills for communication and documentation.
• CNC programming and machine setup experience is a plus.
• Experience with mold fabrication and use is preferred.
• Experience working with thermoplastic, thermoset resin, or elastomer materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute hands-on fabrication and development tasks assigned by the Engineering Team.
• Fabricate, machine, weld, modify, and assemble prototype parts, tooling, and test equipment.
• Use manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment to produce prototype components.
• Assist in the design and implementation of experiments to evaluate prototype products and processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to brainstorm, build, troubleshoot, and test prototype products and processes.
• Support modifications and repairs to prototype components and tooling as needed.
• Document fabrication techniques and quality testing methods for training and transfer of development products and processes.
• Assist with the transition of new products and processes from development to manufacturing, including training production personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on problem solving

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

CNC machine tools

Mold fabrication equipment

Thermoplastic/thermoset materials handling

Job description

Summary The Fabrication Technician serves a hands-on supporting role within the Research & Development team. The primary focus of this position is the fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly of prototype parts, tooling, test devices, and other components used throughout the product development process.

The Fabrication Technician serves a hands-on supporting role within the Research & Development team. The primary focus of this position is the fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly of prototype parts, tooling, test devices, and other components used throughout the product development process. Day-to-day activities may vary depending on the stage of product development. This position works closely with R&D Engineers to develop, build, modify, and evaluate prototype products, production tooling, and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, enjoys hands-on problem-solving, and has experience with welding, machining, and or metal fabrication.

Essential Responsibilities

• Execute hands-on fabrication and development tasks assigned by the Engineering Team.
• Fabricate, machine, weld, modify, and assemble prototype parts, tooling, and test equipment.
• Use manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment to produce prototype components.
• Assist in the design and implementation of experiments to evaluate prototype products and processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to brainstorm, build, troubleshoot, and test prototype products and processes.
• Support modifications and repairs to prototype components and tooling as needed.
• Document fabrication techniques and quality testing methods for training and transfer of development products and processes.
• Assist with the transition of new products and processes from development to manufacturing, including training production personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as required.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous welding experience required or strongly preferred.
• Experience with common welding techniques and metal fabrication equipment.
• Experience using manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read measurements and work from drawings, sketches, or specifications.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Basic computer skills for communication and documentation.
• CNC programming and machine setup experience is a plus.
• Experience with mold fabrication and use is preferred.
• Experience working with thermoplastic, thermoset resin, or elastomer materials is a plus.

Why Join WillowWood?

• Work on products that improve people's lives.
• Gain hands-on experience with product development, fabrication, and innovation.
• Work on a variety of projects rather than performing the same task every day.
• Collaborate with a talented and supportive engineering team.
• Opportunities to expand your skills in fabrication, prototyping, machining, welding and manufacturing.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment.
• Onsite amenities including a fitness center, walking path, sports courts, disc golf, fishing pond, and company-sponsored food trucks.

WillowWood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.