Fitter

Automation Personnel Services; Jemison (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Service bonus

Referral bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a skilled Fitter for a company in Jemison, AL. You will read and interpret engineering drawings to assemble, fit, and fabricate metal components according to specifications.

The ideal candidate has experience with hand and power tools, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work with welders and fabricators to meet production goals. Pay is $23.25 per hour, with full-time hours and occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Experience as fitter, fabricator, or similar manufacturing role.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and structural drawings.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Experience using measuring devices and fabrication tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Measure, mark, and layout materials according to specifications.
• Assemble and fit metal components, structures, and equipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, grinders, drills, and measuring instruments.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using tape measures, calipers, and other precision tools.
• Perform tack welding as required (if qualified).
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Collaborate with welders, fabricators, and supervisors to meet production goals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring

Hand & power tools

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Calipers

Measuring devices

Tape measures

Grinders

Drills

Job description

FITTER

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a skilled Fitter for a company based in Jemison, AL. In this role you should be capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings to assemble, fit, and fabricate metal components according to specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience using hand and power tools in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

Pay Rate $23.25 per hour.

Schedule and Hours Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am until 4:30 pm; Fridays 6:00 am until 2:30 pm; Saturdays— as needed.

Fitter – Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Measure, mark, and layout materials according to specifications.
• Assemble and fit metal components, structures, and equipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, grinders, drills, and measuring instruments.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using tape measures, calipers, and other precision tools.
• Perform tack welding as required (if qualified).
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Collaborate with welders, fabricators, and supervisors to meet production goals.

Fitter – Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience as a fitter, fabricator, or similar manufacturing role.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and structural drawings.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Experience using measuring devices and fabrication tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in structural steel, pipe fitting, or metal fabrication.
• Welding experience or certification.

Job Type Full-time: Temporary to Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonusafter 1 year of continuous serviceand 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous serviceand 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

Automation Personnel Services – Pelham Branch

2145 Pelham Parkway

Pelham, AL 35214

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 10-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2025).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2025).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer