Fabricator - Machine Operator

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Iowa; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fabricator - Machine Operator position reports to production leadership and requires operating fabrication equipment to produce metal components per blueprints and specs. You will ensure safe operations, quality output, and accurate production records while following procedures and work orders.

Key duties include setting up and adjusting equipment, measuring with precision tools, and reading drawings to meet production requirements with a strong focus on safety and accountability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 1–2 years of fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Strong math skills including measurements, geometry, and conversions.
• Good communication, diligence, and time management; welding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication equipment such as press brakes, rollers, punches, sanders, drills and saws.
• Use calipers, micrometers, rulers, squares and gauges to verify dimensions.
• Maintain safety, quality, and accurate production records.
• Read and interpret parts drawings, process routings, and production requirements.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years of experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Rules

Squares

Angle gauges

Height gauges

Job description

Job Title: Fabricator - Machine Operator

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.