Fabricator

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

PTO

Parental Leave

Job summary

Oshkosh Vocational in Murfreesboro, TN is hiring fabricators to set up machines, read blueprints, and perform quality checks. The role involves operating brake presses and lasers to shape metal to precise specifications, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Minimum 6 months manufacturing experience or equivalent education is required; the team works four 10-hour nights and offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of manufacturing experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools accurately.
• Familiarity with fabrication equipment and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines (brake presses, lasers) to cut, form, bend metal to spec.
• Read job orders/blueprints for material type and dimensions.
• Operate and monitor machines, load/unload materials, and measure finished work.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Fabrication machine operation

Tape measures

Calipers

Safety awareness

Mentoring teammates

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Brake presses

Lasers

Overhead hoist

Job description

The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment leverages the power of our people, brands, and strength in technology to improve the safety, cleanliness, and productivity of our communities. The Vocational segment includes market leading brands McNeilus, Oshkosh S-Series, IMT, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Airport Products, and Frontline Communications. Our purpose-built products serve our communities with carefully designed and engineered refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks. Our products are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.Job DescriptionOshkosh Vocational is new to the Murfreesboro, Tennessee area and is looking to build an extraordinary team of purpose-driven individuals. The new facility is located off of Joe B Jackson Parkway giving team members an opportunity to avoid the Nashville traffic! As part of our People First Culture, you'll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career, and make a real impact on the world around you!With a career at Oshkosh Vocational Tennessee, you can expect:Direct Hire – Hiring Immediately!Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate at $21.32 per hourPaid WeeklyComprehensive Benefits Package Effective Day 1 After Hire, including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability benefits401(k) plan with Company MatchTuition ReimbursementPaid HolidaysPaid Time Off (PTO) programStock Purchase ProgramDiscount Programs (Hotels, Travel, Entertainment, Gym Membership and more)NEW Paid Parental Leave (Effective January 1, 2026):Two consecutive calendar weeks at 60% of regular payAvailable for birth, adoption, or placement of a child for adoptionEligible for birth and non-birth parents, including domestic partnersApplies to team members working 30+ hours per week after 30 days of continuous employmentJob StabilityOpportunities for Career GrowthHands-On ApproachCustomer FocusCulture for Fostering TeamworkRespected LeadersPeople First CultureShift Overview:•Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days 4:30pm-3:00amJob Summary:The positions within a fabricator are responsible for checking job sheets and setting up machines for operations. Sets up includes but is not limited to brake presses and lasers to cut, shape, form and bend metal into specified dimensions and angles.Your Impact:• Read job orders and/or blueprints for specification such as material, type, and size of stock, and dimension to be cut• Operate a variety of different machines and equipment• Load/unload materials into machines and equipment• Obtain and transfer stock to machine, operating a forklift when necessary• Start machine and observe operation• Measure work for conformance to specifications• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.• Maintain a positive working attitude and environment• Mentoring and training new team members to set them up for success• Follow designated procedures for preventative and scheduled maintenance on machinesSort and tag parts for routing.Perform quality inspection of product.Regular attendance required.Minimum Qualifications:6 months or more of experience working in a manufacturing environment OR High School Diploma or equivalent education.Standout Qualifications:• Previous experience operating fabrication machines.• Previous experience using measuring devices, including but not limited to tape measures, height gauges, calipers, and protractors.• Previous experience using various small and pneumatic hand tools.• Ability to read blueprints.Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential FunctionsPerform assigned tasksDemonstrate strong interpersonal communication skillsRecognize and react to abnormal operating conditionsUse and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environmentHear safety alarms and other co-workersPerform basic counting tasksRead tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blue prints effectivelyFollow instructions from supervisors and other co-workersUnderstand and identify safety issuesMaintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floorMaintain balance when climbing on a portable step to retrieve partsIndividually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 50 poundsOperate an overhead hoist to assist with heavy lifting of parts, materials, and equipmentTolerate constant standing and walking throughout the shiftUse both hands for tool and machine operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of partsOperate and access heavy equipment safely and effectivelyRemember task sequence and safety constraintsOshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [e-mail] Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be \"U.S. Persons,\" as defined in these regulations. Generally, a \"U.S. Person\" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.