Precision Fabricator & Machine Operator

Calqulate Metrics Ltd; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd in Harlan, Iowa, seeks a Fabricator – Machine Operator to set up and operate fabrication equipment to produce metal components per blueprints and work orders. You will read drawings, maintain safety and quality records, and work with calipers and micrometers.

The role requires basic math, good communication, and reliability; welding experience is a plus but not required. This on-site position offers competitive hourly pay ($22–$28) and opportunities to advance in a metal

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

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Diligence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Rules

Squares

Height gauges

Job description

Calqulate Metrics Ltd in Harlan, Iowa, seeks a Fabricator – Machine Operator to set up and operate fabrication equipment to produce metal components per blueprints and work orders. You will read drawings, maintain safety and quality records, and work with calipers and micrometers.

The role requires basic math, good communication, and reliability; welding experience is a plus but not required. This on-site position offers competitive hourly pay ($22–$28) and opportunities to advance in a metal