Fabricator & Machine Operator: Precision Metal Fabrication

CareerNerds, LLC; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a Fabricator – Machine Operator in Harlan, Iowa. The role involves setting up, adjusting, and operating fabrication equipment to produce metal components according to blueprints and work orders, with emphasis on safety and accurate production records.

The candidate should read blueprints and process documentation, perform precise measurements, and maintain quality standards. Welding is a plus but not required. This position is on-site with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Fabrication equipment operation

Safety awareness

Mathematics for shop floor

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Rulers

Squares

Angle gauges

Height gauges

Job description

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a Fabricator – Machine Operator in Harlan, Iowa. The role involves setting up, adjusting, and operating fabrication equipment to produce metal components according to blueprints and work orders, with emphasis on safety and accurate production records.

The candidate should read blueprints and process documentation, perform precise measurements, and maintain quality standards. Welding is a plus but not required. This position is on-site with a competitive hourly rate.