Fabricator - Machine Operator

True North Consultants, Inc.; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Fabricator – Machine Operator in Harlan, Iowa. You will set up and operate fabrication equipment to produce metal components according to blueprints and work orders, ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires reading drawings, measuring with calipers and micrometers, and maintaining accurate production records. Welding experience is a plus, but not required; strong math and teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or 1–2 years of experience.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math skills including dimensions, quantities, metric conversions, algebra, and geometry.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, diligence, and time management skills.
• Welding experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication equipment, including press brakes, rollers, punch presses, sanders, drills, grinders, shears, saws, and other fabrication machinery.
• Read and interpret parts drawings, process routings, and production requirement information.
• Maintain safe operations and accurate production records.
• Utilize measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, rulers, squares, and height gauges.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Safety adherence

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Rules/Rulers

Squares

Angle gauges

Height gauges

Job description

Job Title: Fabricator – Machine Operator

Location: Harlan, Iowa

Salary: $22-28/hour

Job Summary of the Fabricator – Machine Operator:

The Fabricator Machine Operator will set up, adjust, and operate fabrication equipment to produce metal components according to blueprints, specifications, and work orders. This role is responsible for maintaining safe operations, quality standards, and accurate production records.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Fabricator – Machine Operator:

• Operate fabrication equipment, including press brakes, rollers, punch presses, sanders, drills, grinders, shears, saws, and other fabrication machinery.
• Utilize measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, rules, squares, angle gages, and height gages.
• Practice the highest degree of safety when performing essential duties of his position.
• Read and interpret parts drawings, process routings, and production requirement information.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Fabricator – Machine Operator:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 1-2 years of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math skills including dimensions, quantities, metric conversions, algebra, and geometry.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, diligence, and time management skills.
• Welding experience is a plus, but not required.