Fabricator

The Shyft Group USA, Inc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fabricator at Aebi Schmidt Group is a hands-on role responsible for producing and assembling fabricated components safely, accurately, and efficiently. You will read blueprints, lay out materials, and use a range of shop tools to cut, drill, form, and assemble parts to specification.

The ideal candidate has broad mechanical aptitude with practical experience across fabrication processes, and an ability to interpret work instructions, read tolerances, and prioritize safety while maintaining

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical, vocational, or trade-school coursework preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in fabrication, metalworking, manufacturing, mechanical assembly, or a similar hands-on production environment preferred.
• Demonstrated experience using multiple shop tools or fabrication processes rather than experience limited to a single repetitive operation.
• Mechanical assembly experience, including part fit-up, fastening, alignment, and interpretation of work instructions, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow blueprints, shop drawings, work instructions, bills of material, and production specifications.
• Measure, mark, lay out, and verify material using tape measures, squares, calipers, gauges, templates, and other tools.
• Safely operate a variety of fabrication equipment and hand or power tools, which may include saws, drills, drill presses, grinders, sanders, shears, brakes, punches, and fastening equipment.
• Cut, drill, form, notch, grind, deburr, and finish metal or other production materials to required dimensions and quality standards.
• Fit and assemble fabricated parts using mechanical fasteners, adhesives, fixtures, clamps, and other approved assembly methods.
• Set up work areas, select the correct tooling, and make routine process adjustments within established operating standards; perform welding‑related work only when qualified and assigned
• Inspect completed work for dimensions, fit, finish, workmanship, and conformance to specifications before releasing parts to the next operation
• Identify nonconforming material, equipment concerns, or unclear work instructions and elevate issues before additional work is completed
• Maintain accurate production counts, material identification, traceability, and required shop documentation
• Maintain tools, fixtures, and work areas through daily inspection, cleaning, preventive care, and 5S practices; support cross‑training, assembly work, rework, and changing Fab Shop priorities

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint interpretation

Shop tools experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Squares

Calipers

Gauges

Templates

Saw

Drill

Grinder

Job description

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $23.00 - 28.00

What you’ll do:

SUMMARY

The Fabricator is responsible for producing and assembling fabricated components safely, accurately, and efficiently in support of Fab Shop and production requirements. This hands‑on role uses a variety of shop tools, equipment, drawings, measurements, and work instructions to cut, drill, form, fit, finish, and assemble parts to specification.

The ideal candidate brings broad mechanical aptitude and practical experience across multiple fabrication or production processes. Prior assembly experience is valuable because this position requires an understanding of part fit, orientation, fastening, and downstream build requirements, not simply completing a single machine operation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and follow blueprints, shop drawings, work instructions, bills of material, and production specifications
• Measure, mark, lay out, and verify material using tape measures, squares, calipers, gauges, templates, and other tools
• Safely operate a variety of fabrication equipment and hand or power tools, which may include saws, drills, drill presses, grinders, sanders, shears, brakes, punches, and fastening equipment
• Cut, drill, form, notch, grind, deburr, and finish metal or other production materials to required dimensions and quality standards
• Fit and assemble fabricated parts using mechanical fasteners, adhesives, fixtures, clamps, and other approved assembly methods
• Set up work areas, select the correct tooling, and make routine process adjustments within established operating standards; perform welding‑related work only when qualified and assigned
• Inspect completed work for dimensions, fit, finish, workmanship, and conformance to specifications before releasing parts to the next operation
• Identify nonconforming material, equipment concerns, or unclear work instructions and elevate issues before additional work is completed
• Maintain accurate production counts, material identification, traceability, and required shop documentation
• Maintain tools, fixtures, and work areas through daily inspection, cleaning, preventive care, and 5S practices; support cross‑training, assembly work, rework, and changing Fab Shop priorities

What you need to be successful:

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical, vocational, or trade‑school coursework preferred
• Two or more years of experience in fabrication, metalworking, manufacturing, mechanical assembly, or a similar hands‑on production environment preferred
• Demonstrated experience using multiple shop tools or fabrication processes rather than experience limited to a single repetitive operation
• Mechanical assembly experience, including part fit‑up, fastening, alignment, and interpretation of work instructions, strongly preferred
• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret basic blueprints, drawings, dimensions, and tolerances
• Working knowledge of safe tool operation, personal protective equipment, machine guarding, and material‑handling practices
• Strong mechanical aptitude, hand‑eye coordination, attention to detail, and ability to recognize workmanship or fit concerns
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, learn new equipment, rotate between assignments, and maintain quality in a fast‑paced environment

Why Aebi Schmidt Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well‑being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:

The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds. At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are proud to offer a wide range of high‑quality products designed specifically for your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows, we have the equipment you need to tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle. Our mission at Aebi Schmidt Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable efficient and effective operations. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping airport runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at you.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Aebi Schmidt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at [e-mail] .

Aebi Schmidt Group is an E-Verify Employer

Aebi Schmidt Group uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I‑9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.