Fabricator Machine Operator: Precision Metalwork

The Keystone Distinction Group; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group in Harlan, Iowa is seeking a Fabricator – Machine Operator to set up, adjust, and run fabrication equipment that produces metal components per blueprints and work orders. You will ensure safety, quality, and accurate production records to meet specs and deadlines.

Requirements include a high school diploma or 1–2 years of experience, ability to read safety rules, and basic math. Welding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 1–2 years of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math including dimensions, quantities, metric conversions, algebra, and geometry.
• 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 gauges, and height gauges.
• Practice the highest degree of safety when performing essential duties of the position.
• Read and interpret parts drawings, process routings, and production requirement information.

Skills

Read blueprints

Measuring tools

Safety compliance

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Press brakes

Rollers

Punch presses

Sanders

Drills

Grinders

Shears

Saws

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group in Harlan, Iowa is seeking a Fabricator – Machine Operator to set up, adjust, and run fabrication equipment that produces metal components per blueprints and work orders. You will ensure safety, quality, and accurate production records to meet specs and deadlines.

Requirements include a high school diploma or 1–2 years of experience, ability to read safety rules, and basic math. Welding experience is a plus.