Fabrication Technician

KH Industries; Town of Hamburg (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Match

Generous PTO

Health Insurance

Job summary

KH Industries in Hamburg, NY is seeking an experienced CNC Fabrication Technician to program, set up, and operate multiple fabrication machines on a full-time, first-shift schedule (Mon–Fri, 7:00am–3:30pm). The role includes programming CNC equipment (laser, brake, router), interpreting drawings, and ensuring part quality with strong emphasis on safety.

Competitive hourly pay range of $24.00–$36.00, plus benefits such as 401K with match, generous PTO, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on sheet metal fabrication or CNC manufacturing experience
• Ability to program and set up CNC equipment (laser, brake, or similar)
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding preferred
• High mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Commitment to quality, precision, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC laser cutter, press brake, and router table
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders with precision
• Perform setup and tooling adjustments for optimized production runs
• Ensure dimensional accuracy and quality of all completed parts
• Support MIG/TIG welding operations as needed
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on fabrication equipment
• Identify and support process improvements and efficiency initiatives
• Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams
• Maintain a strong focus on safety and quality standards

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Welding

Mechanical aptitude

Fast-paced environment

Tools

CNC laser cutter

Press brake

Router table

MIG welding

TIG welding

Job description

Full Time 160 Elmview Ave Hamburg, NY 14075

Job Type: Full-Time

About KH Industries:

KH Industries designs and manufactures industrial lighting and temporary power solutions for demanding job sites across multiple industries. We take pride in building durable, high-performance products and are seeking a skilled fabrication professional to help elevate our manufacturing capability.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented CNC Fabrication Technician to program, set up, and operate multiple pieces of advanced fabrication equipment. This role requires a strong mechanical background, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and hands-on experience in precision sheet metal fabrication.

This is not a basic operator role - we are looking for someone who understands fabrication processes, takes ownership of quality, and can contribute to continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, set up, and operate CNC laser cutter, press brake, and router table
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders with precision
• Perform setup and tooling adjustments for optimized production runs
• Ensure dimensional accuracy and quality of all completed parts
• Support MIG/TIG welding operations as needed
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on fabrication equipment
• Identify and support process improvements and efficiency initiatives
• Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams
• Maintain a strong focus on safety and quality standards

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication or CNC manufacturing (preferred for "high-end" candidate)
• Proven ability to program and set up CNC equipment (laser, press brake, or similar)
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding preferred
• High mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Commitment to quality, precision, and continuous improvement

Preferred Experience:

• Multi-machine fabrication experience (laser + brake + router)
• Experience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environments
• Strong troubleshooting and machine optimization skills
• Full-time
• Monday-Friday (7:00am- 3:30pm)
• Hourly Rate $24.00-$36.00
• 401K with Match
• Generous PTO
• Health Insurance

KH Industries is an equal opportunity employer.