Metal Fabricator

Jones; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, holiday and Paid Time Off (22 days)

401(k) Plan with Competitive Company Match

YMCA Health & Fitness Membership

Education Assistance

Incentive Programs

Profit Sharing

Job summary

A leading sign company in the U.S. is seeking a Custom Metal Fabricator/Welder in De Pere, WI. The role involves following blueprints to forge various materials for high-profile architectural elements, ensuring quality control and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of fabrication experience, solid welding skills, and the ability to operate diverse tools. The position offers a competitive compensation package, including vacation, 401(k) match, and health benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in fabrication, particularly with steel and aluminum.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work efficiently in team settings.
• Certified welding certification is a plus.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a clean environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow technical blueprints to forge unique architectural elements.
• Perform quality control throughout the fabrication process.
• Select materials and operate tools per job specifications.
• Weld and assemble aluminum/steel structures per specs and MIG process.
• Finish parts and perform quality checks to ensure standards.

Skills

Welding abilities in MIG, flux core, aluminum, TIG, and/or stick

Ability to operate a wide range of hand and power tools

Ability to read tape measure

Good organizational skills

Aluminum welding

Stick welding

Tool operation

Teamwork

Tape measure reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified welding certification a plus

Tools

Shears

Torch

Press brakes

Drill press

Grinder

Job description

This position is based out of our De Pere, WI facility.

Are you ready to start the 2026 year with a great new opportunity??? Become part of a great custom manufacturing shop with national high-profile jobs to talk about??

How about working on projects for sports arenas and stadiums? Or nationally known brands? Be part of something visible here at Jones!!!

Position Summary

As a Custom Metal Fabricator/Welder, you will be responsible for following technical blueprints while forging various materials to create unique and high visibility architectural elements. You will be assigned fabrication projects where you will be responsible for from start to finish; blueprint reading, material selection, cutting, forming, welding, and wiring through final assembly to meet client’s vision and specifications. You will ensure quality control standards are met throughout the fabrication process while ensuring safety guidelines are followed.

Jones unique work offering

Our fabrication projects are unique and different from each other. The architectural elements and signs produced are often fabricated for and installed at:

• Major sports facilities such as Lambeau, American Family Field, Daytona Motor Speedway, AT&T Arena, T-Mobile Arena, NFL Hall of Fame, BMO Stadium, Climate Pledge Arena, and many more sports venues
• Amusement parks such as those in Florida, California and others
• Entertainment and hospitality venues like casinos and hotels
• All types and sizes of signs, scoreboards, building facades, architectural elements, canopies, ornamental enclosures and much more

Essential Functions

• Reading and interpreting product drawings, along with assembly instructions
• Verifying dimensions and product specifications
• Selecting materials per work orders
• Use shears, torches, press brakes, or drill press as needed per job specifications to create parts to specified shapes and lengths
• Fit, tack, and weld a variety of aluminum or steel structures per fabrication requirements, using primarily MIG welding processes
• Finish parts and assemblies by griding, polishing, and cleaning to prepare for paint application
• Run electrical wiring and install lighting, as applicable, per schematics
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration to ensure production flow efficiently
• Any other additional duties assigned by the leader
• Work Conditions consist of a naturally lit, well-ventilated and clean manufacturing environment
• Standing, bending, and twisting 90% of the day
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Adherence to strict safety guidelines and PPE: safety glasses, gloves, steel tipped work boots, welding gear, ear protection as required
• Must be able to work in a variety of work environments, such as cold and hot weather (depending on area)

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years’ experience in Fabrication – steel, aluminum preferred
• Welding abilities in MIG, flux core, aluminum, TIG, and/or stick
• Ability to operate a wide range of hand and power tools
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to read tape measure
• Good organizational skills
• Certified welding certification a plus

Jones is a leading sign company in the U.S. and provide an attractive benefits package

• Vacation, holiday and Paid Time Off (22 days)
• 401(k) Plan with Competitive Company Match
• Leading Edge Tools & Technology
• YMCA Health & Fitness Membership
• Education Assistance
• Incentive Programs
• Charitable Contributions Match
• Profit Sharing
• And more!

Jones Company is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse workplace that promotes a culture of trust, respect, and transparent communication.