Fabrication Technician - 1st Shift

Ultra Tool & Manufacturing; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Tool & Manufacturing in Germantown, WI is seeking a fabrication operator to run press brakes, fiber lasers, robotic welders, drills, grinders and related equipment. You will ensure parts meet exact specifications and maintain high quality throughout production.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up machines, performing basic math conversions, and assisting with maintenance. Experience 1–3 years preferred; high school diploma required; forklift or CAD/CAM a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude, basic math, blueprint reading.
• ERP systems knowledge.
• Forklift or CAD/CAM experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools (grinders, air hammers) to grind, buff, and deburr parts.
• Set up and run robotic and laser welders for part fabrication.
• Use lasers to cut parts from metal sheets to precise specifications.
• Set up and operate press brakes to bend parts as per blueprint.
• Inspect parts to meet customer requirements.
• Set up and operate drill presses for reaming, countersinking, and tapping holes.
• Perform regular machine and tool maintenance.
• Assist in other fabrication tasks and production-related duties as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Blueprint reading

ERP systems

Forklift or CAD/CAM experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Press brakes

Fiber lasers

Robotic welders

Drill presses

Grinders

ERP systems

Job description

You’ll be responsible for operating various fabrication tools like press brakes, fiber lasers, robotic welders, drill presses, grinders, and more! You’ll ensure high-quality standards and efficient production of parts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate hand and power tools (grinders, air hammers) to grind, buff, and deburr parts.


• Set up and run robotic and laser welders for part fabrication.


• Use lasers to cut parts from metal sheets to precise specifications.


• Set up and operate press brakes to bend parts as per blueprint.


• Inspect parts to meet customer requirements.


• Set up and operate drill presses for reaming, countersinking, and tapping holes.


• Perform regular machine and tool maintenance.


• Assist in other fabrication tasks and production-related duties as needed.

Skills and Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.


• Experience: 1-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.


• Skills: Mechanical aptitude, basic math (including metric-to-English conversions), and blueprint reading.


• Computer Skills: Basic proficiency with ERP systems.


• Certifications: None required. Forklift or CAD/CAM experience is a plus!