Fabrication Technician

Duperon-Corporation; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Duperon Corporation in Saginaw, Michigan, is seeking a Fabrication Technician to operate CNC fiber laser and press brake equipment, weld parts, inspect output, and support Lean manufacturing practices. You will stage materials, verify dimensions from drawings, and maintain accurate production records.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, safety focus, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: technical welding/fabrication training or certification.
• Experience with measuring tools and fabrication drawings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC fiber laser and CNC press brake per approved programs and instructions.
• Assist with machine setups, tooling changes, and material verification.
• Stage raw material, WIP, and completed parts to maintain safe production flow.
• Weld, grind, deburr, and perform secondary fabrication as assigned.
• Inspect parts with measuring tools and report defects promptly.
• Record labor, materials, scrap, and job status in JobScope and other docs.
• Perform daily equipment checks and basic preventive maintenance.
• Follow lockout/tagout, PPE, and safety requirements; participate in cross-training.

Skills

Drawings & specs

Measuring tools

Quality mindset

Attention to detail

Welding basics

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or certification

Tools

JobScope

ERP systems

Job description

Fabrication TechnicianJob DescriptionStatus: Full-Time – Salary ExemptSchedule: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (average 45–50 hours/week; up to 55 during peak periods)Reports to: Operations ManagerLocation: Onsite in Saginaw, MichiganPosition Summary:Duperon Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells custom-engineered equipment for wastewater treatment plants and open-channel applications, serving seven industries across the U.S. and internationally.The Fabrication Technician will support the safe and efficient operation of Duperon Corporation's fabrication cell. Working closely with the Lead Fabrication Technician, this position will operate fabrication equipment, handle and stage material, complete secondary operations, weld parts as assigned, inspect completed work, and maintain accurate production records. The Fabrication Technician is expected to be safety-focused, dependable, detail oriented, mechanically inclined, and willing to develop proficiency in CNC fiber laser and CNC press brake operations in addition to welding and fabrication.Essential Functions:The following outlines the essential functions of the role. Specific duties listed are a summary and may evolve based on business needs.Operate the CNC fiber laser and CNC press brake using approved programs, setups, tooling, work instructions, and direction from the Lead Fabrication Technician or Operations Manager.Assist with machine setups, tooling changes, material verification, loading and unloading, part sorting, and production changeovers.Stage raw material, work-in-process, completed parts, remnants, pallets, and consumables to support safe and efficient production flow.Interpret engineering drawings, bills of material, work orders, and instructions to verify part identity, quantity, material, dimensions, and required operations.Perform welding, fitting, grinding, deburring, edge preparation, cleaning, marking, part identification, and other secondary fabrication operations as assigned.Inspect first-piece and production parts using appropriate measuring tools; report defects, drawing conflicts, machine concerns, or process issues promptly.Record labor, material usage, quantities completed, scrap, inventory movements, and job status accurately in JobScope and other required production documentation.Perform daily equipment checks, operator-level preventive maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting under established procedures.Maintain tools, fixtures, tooling, consumables, and work areas in a clean, orderly, and ready-to-use condition.Follow all lockout/tagout, machine guarding, lifting, material handling, hot-work, compressed gas, and personal protective equipment requirements.Participate in cross-training for laser programming, press brake programming, welding processes, inspection methods, and other fabrication responsibilities.Support Lean manufacturing, 5S, standardized work, safety improvements, and continuous improvement activities.Coordinate with the Lead Fabrication Technician and adjacent departments to meet daily priorities, project timelines, quality standards, and customer expectations.Education:Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.Preferred: Technical training or certification in welding, fabrication, manufacturing, machine operation, or a related field.Experience:Required: Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, or production machinery.Preferred: One to three years of experience in metal fabrication, welding, manufacturing, CNC machine operation, or a related production environment.Preferred: Previous exposure to CNC fiber laser equipment, CNC press brakes, welding processes, ERP systems, or production documentation.Skills:Ability to read and follow fabrication drawings, work instructions, basic weld symbols, dimensions, and production documentation.Basic measurement and inspection skills using tape measures, calipers, squares, protractors, gauges, and similar tools.Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn CNC laser operation, press brake operation, programming concepts, welding, and fabrication methods.Meticulous attention to detail, quality, safety, part identification, and material handling.Able to follow standardized work, accept coaching, ask questions when requirements are unclear, and communicate production issues promptly.Able to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with the Lead Fabrication Technician, Engineering, Welding, Assembly, and other departments.Proven customer-focus attitude with dependable attendance, follow-through, and reliability.Basic computer skills and ability to learn Microsoft Office, JobScope, machine-control, and production software used by the company.Working Conditions:The primary work location is Duperon Corporation in the City of Saginaw, within a drug-free, non-smoking environment.Work is performed primarily in a fabrication and manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, sharp edges, hot work, sparks, fumes, and varying temperatures. Required personal protective equipment must be worn.Duperon Corporation is a dynamically paced company with a fast-growth strategy. Team members must be adaptable as equipment, protocols, processes, and production priorities evolve.Other RequirementsMust be appropriately and professionally attired for a fabrication environment, practice good hygiene, and comply with all personal protective equipment requirements.Must maintain a high level of personal integrity, ownership, pride, and craftsmanship consistent with the company vision and the business motto of \"You will like working with us!\"Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and handle materials. Must be able to safely perform the physical requirements of machine operation, welding, and material handling with or without reasonable accommodation.Must be willing to participate in required meetings, training, cross-functional project handoffs, and vendor or equipment-support discussions as needed.Must be willing to work overtime as production demands require and support adjacent manufacturing areas when priorities shift.