Fabricator

JRAutomation; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits from day one

Paid parental leave

Career growth

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Fabricator in Holland, Michigan. You will prepare, weld, and fabricate metals, reading blueprints and using MIG/TIG welders and plasma cutters to build custom automation equipment.

You will join an engineering-driven team, work onsite, maintain 5S standards, and support multiple groups in design, build, and deployment of automation solutions. Candidates with high school diploma and industrial experience encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of industrial experience preferred; vocational training is a plus.
• Must pass AWS D1.1 qualifications.
• Must complete Chromium VI medical certification and training.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and identify steel types.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience in automation industry preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, weld, and fabricate ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Operate MIG/TIG welders, torches, plasma cutters, grinders, and clamps.
• Read blueprints to complete work accurately.
• Identify different types of steel and communicate discrepancies.
• Organize and maintain the work area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Support design, build, programming, and deployment of custom automation equipment and solutions.
• Provide support to other business units as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Communication

Physical strength

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training (2 years)

Tools

Hi-Lo forklift license

Aerial platform license

Overhead crane license

Lockout/Tagout training

Personal hand tools

Job description

Location:

Holland, Michigan, United States

Job ID:

R0149415

Date Posted:

2026-11-04

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people, and we're always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Fabricator.

Location Type: Onsite in Holland, Michigan

Why Join Us?

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting on your first day, and paid parental leave
• Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
• A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
• Career growth and skill development opportunities
• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Prepare, weld, and fabricate ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Use fabrication tools and equipment, including MIG and TIG welders, torches, plasma cutters, grinders, clamps, and other tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints to complete work accurately.
• Identify different types of steel and communicate discrepancies or concerns.
• Organize and maintain the work area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Support Skilled Trades, Applications, Controls, and Mechanical Engineering teams in the design, build, programming, and deployment of custom automated equipment and solutions.
• Provide support to other business units and work areas as needed.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of prior industrial experience is preferred; two years of vocational training is also preferred.
• Ability to pass and work within AWS D1.1 qualifications.
• Ability to pass the annual Chromium (VI) medical certification and participate in the annual Chromium (VI) protection training program.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and identify different types of steel.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, including the ability to identify and communicate discrepancies.
• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly preferred.
• Ability to maintain a steady work pace while bending, kneeling, lifting, and loading machines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Ability to obtain Hi-Lo (forklift), aerial platform, and overhead crane licenses, along with Lockout/Tagout training, while employed at JR Automation.
• Ability to provide personal hand tools and a toolbox suitable for the role. A recommended tool list will be provided, most setup equipment is supplied by the shop, and tool-bill accounts are available.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with low-quantity runs and available overtime.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Company Overview:

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what's possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

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