Industrial Fabrication & Assembly Associate

Kelly; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Industrial Fabrication & Assembly Associate to support the production and fabrication of water treatment equipment in the Norfolk, VA area. This hands-on, entry-level role offers the chance to learn industrial fabrication and assembly on a team.

The position involves operating industrial equipment, pipe fitting, and occasional field repairs and installations, with a focus on safety and accuracy in documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience operating fabrication machinery or similar equipment.
• Ability to perform physical, hands-on work safely.
• Comfort with hand and power tools and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow procedures.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production and fabrication of specialized water treatment equipment and systems.
• Operate drills, band saws, ironworkers and other industrial equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble components for water treatment systems.
• Perform pipe fitting with PVC, CPVC, fiberglass, and stainless steel.
• Use hand and power tools safely following procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete required records and documentation.
• Travel to customer locations for field repairs and installations as needed.

Skills

Industrial machinery operation

Tool handling

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Confined-space work

Travel for field repairs

Job description

We are looking for an Industrial Fabrication & Assembly Associate to assist with the production and fabrication of specialized water treatment equipment and systems in the Norfolk, VA area!

This is a hands‑on, entry‑level opportunity for someone who enjoys working with tools, equipment, and materials and wants to develop their skills in industrial fabrication and assembly.

You will work as part of a team to fabricate, assemble, and prepare components used in specialized water treatment systems. The position involves operating industrial equipment, pipe fitting, working with different materials, and occasionally assisting with field repairs and installations.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the production and fabrication of specialized water treatment equipment and systems
• Operate a variety of industrial equipment, including:
  • Drill presses
  • Band saws
  • Ironworkers
• Fabricate and assemble components for water treatment systems
• Perform pipe fitting using materials such as:
  • PVC
  • CPVC
  • Fiberglass
  • Stainless steel
• Use hand tools and power tools safely
• Follow established safety procedures and workplace guidelines
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe
• Perform confined-space entry into small tanks with approximately 14" x 18" manways when needed
• Travel to customer locations for field repairs and equipment installations as required
• Complete required records, reports, and documentation

The ideal candidate is hands‑on, dependable, safety‑minded, and comfortable learning new equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating industrial machinery or fabrication equipment
• Ability to safely perform physical, hands‑on work
• Comfortable using tools and working with equipment
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Comfortable working in confined spaces when required
• Willingness to travel for occasional field repairs and installations
• Manufacturing, fabrication, construction, mechanical, pipe fitting, or industrial experience is a plus.