Fabricator

JBT MAREL CORPORATION; Stratford (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT) is seeking a skilled Fabricator to mentor and lead a fabrication team in Wisconsin. The role emphasizes welding excellence, quality control, and safety, with responsibilities spanning mentorship, production, and process improvement.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in TIG and MIG welding, blueprint reading, and a strong commitment to teamwork and safety standards, while maintaining customer-focused workmanship and compliance across the shop

Qualifications

• Proven experience in welding and fabrication, with TIG and MIG techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Mentorship and Leadership: Serve as a backup for other Fabricators and Team Lead as needed.
• Welding and Fabrication: Perform welding using TIG and MIG techniques and read blueprints.
• Quality Assurance and Paperwork: Complete necessary paperwork and inspections.
• Safety and Compliance: Maintain safe, clean work areas and follow safety procedures.
• Additional Duties: Perform duties as assigned by Team Lead.

Skills

Welding TIG/MIG

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Safety

Teamwork

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Fabricator to join our team at John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT). This role is integral to our operations, serving as a "working" mentor position that exemplifies superior welding and fabrication practices. The successful candidate will ensure customer service standards, quality control, and inspection processes are met, while effectively assigning tasks to team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentorship and Leadership:Serve as a backup for other Fabricators and Team Lead as needed.Represent JBT professionally at all times by positively mentoring associates.Provide mentoring to Fabricator Trainees, Welders, and Production Associates, leading by example with excellent technique and quality practices.
• Welding and Fabrication: Perform welding using TIG and MIG techniques to meet quality standards.Set up welding equipment for various welding types.Read and understand blueprints to select materials, measurements, and weld types, ensuring work is performed to specified tolerances.Handle raw materials occasionally, preparing them for fabrication.Use hand tools for the manufacturing of customer orders.
• Quality Assurance and Paperwork: Complete all necessary paperwork and quality checks for team associates.Conduct required inspections to maintain quality standards.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure work areas are clean and orderly.Comply with all safety rules and regulations, including written safety procedures, policies, and work practices.Report all incidents, including injuries, illnesses, near misses, property damage, chemical spills, and fires to a Team Lead immediately.Participate in safety meetings, training, and committees.Report all hazards, unsafe conditions, or unsafe behaviors to a Team Lead.Intervene with co-workers when unsafe behaviors are observed.
• Additional Duties: Perform duties as assigned by the Team Lead.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in welding and fabrication, with expertise in TIG and MIG techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Join our team and contribute to the success and safety of JBT by applying your skills and expertise as a Fabricator. We look forward to welcoming a professional who is passionate about mentoring and leading by example.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.

Use of Technology in Our Hiring Process JBT Marel uses technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications. These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job-related criteria. All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent and inclusive hiring practices globally. Welcome to our temporary careers site. While we finalize our new website, you can explore open roles and start your career journey with JBT Marel here. At JBT Marel, we’re transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable — and it’s powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth — and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together. If you’re looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.