Fabricator

Aerotek; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Entry-Level Metal Fabricator to join a growing manufacturing team in Washington, MO. The role offers hands-on training, no prior fabrication experience required, and opportunities to learn to operate fabrication equipment, read blueprints, and use measuring tools.

Work on 1st shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM in a clean, well-spaced facility. This is a Contract to Hire position with competitive hourly pay and benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• No prior fabrication experience required; hands-on training provided.
• Ability to read basic work orders and blueprints.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic metal fabrication and production tasks.
• Learn to operate press brakes, shears, and saws.
• Assist with machine setups and adjustments.
• Read and follow work orders, basic blueprints, and production instructions.
• Measure parts with tape measures, calipers, micrometers.
• Use hand and power tools as needed.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes after proper training.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Hand and power tool use

Tools

Press brakes

Shears

Saws

Forklifts/Overhead cranes

Job description

Job Title: Fabricator

Job Description

We are seeking an Entry-Level Metal Fabricator to join a growing manufacturing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is mechanically inclined, enjoys working with their hands, and seeks to develop long-term skills in metal fabrication and manufacturing. No previous fabrication experience is required, as candidates will receive hands‑on training and work alongside experienced team members. You will learn to operate fabrication equipment, read blueprints, use measuring tools, and adhere to quality standards and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic metal fabrication and production tasks.

• Learn to operate various fabrication machines including press brakes, shears, and saws.

• Assist with machine setups and adjustments.

• Read and follow work orders, basic blueprints, and production instructions.

• Measure parts using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.

• Use hand and power tools as needed.

• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes after proper training.

Work Environment

Work 1st shift, Monday to Friday, from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, in a non-climate-controlled but clean and well-spaced manufacturing facility. The environment can get hot when the bay doors are open during the summer.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.20 - $21.58/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Washington,MO.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.