Fabrication Technician - 1st Shift

Ultra Tool & Manufacturing; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Tool & Manufacturing seeks a skilled fabrication operator to run grinders, press brakes, fiber lasers, robotic welders, drills, and more. You’ll verify part quality against blueprints and tolerances while maintaining safe, efficient production.

You’ll perform routine machine maintenance, set up equipment, read specifications, and collaborate with teams to meet customer requirements with accuracy and speed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude, basic math, and blueprint reading.
• Basic ERP software proficiency.
• 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

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

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!