Precision Metal Fabrication Trainee

Pro-Type Metal Machining; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with match

On-site gym

Paid training

Career development plan

Job summary

Pro-Type Metal Machining in Sterling, VA is seeking a dedicated trainee to learn metal fabrication hands-on. You’ll operate shop equipment under supervision and support welding, reading drawings, and preparing orders for shipment.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning, structured training, and a path to career growth within a collaborative, entrepreneurial shop. Expect safety-focused training and opportunities to develop technical skills while contributing to daily production goals.

Qualifications

• Curiosity, reliability and a team-first mindset required.
• Strong organization and ability to juggle priorities to meet deadlines.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication machinery under supervision.
• Support welding stations (MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Cored) and basic grinding.
• Read work instructions and learn to interpret engineering drawings.
• Measure, mark, and verify parts using sound math skills.
• Assist with receiving materials and staging outbound shipments.
• Maintain an organized, clean work area and follow direction with accuracy.
• Use basic computer tools to document work and learn new software as needed.

Skills

Curiosity

Reliability

Team player

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Communication

Basic computer literacy

Willingness to learn

Reading engineering drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MIG Welder

TIG Welder

Stick Welder

Flux-Cored Arc Welder

Manual Grinder

Job description

Precision Metal Fabrication TraineeStep into a hands-on manufacturing role where curiosity and initiative turn into career-long skills. You’ll learn the craft of metal fabrication alongside experienced teammates in a collaborative, entrepreneurial shop. If you’re organized, detail-focused, and eager to grow, this is your launchpad.A day in your steel-toe bootsYou arrive to a clean, energized shop, review the day’s work instructions, and set up at your station. Under guidance from a supervisor, you operate fabrication machinery, support welding operations, and pitch in wherever production needs an extra hand. Throughout the shift, you help keep the workspace spotless, receive incoming materials, and prepare completed customer orders for shipment.Carry out general manufacturing tasks and run shop equipment safelySupport welding stations (MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Cored) and basic grindingRead work instructions and begin learning to interpret engineering drawingsMeasure, mark, and verify parts using sound math skillsAssist with receiving materials and staging outbound shipmentsMaintain an organized, clean work area and follow direction with accuracyUse basic computer tools to document work and learn new software as neededWhat you bringCuriosity, reliability, and a team-first mindsetStrong organization, the ability to juggle priorities, and meet deadlinesMechanical and mathematical aptitude; attention to detailAbility to follow instructions and communicate clearlyBasic computer literacy and willingness to learn new programsInterest in learning to read engineering drawings and formal work instructionsMinimum age 18; ability to lift up to 75 pounds; able to stand for a full 8-hour shiftValid driver’s license; meets physical requirementsExperience in a manufacturing environment is a plusHigh school diploma or GED preferred (not required)Tools and technologies you’ll touchMIG Welder (ESAB, Fronius, Kemppi, Hobart, Everlast)TIG Welder (CK Worldwide, Everlast, Hobart, Kemppi, Fronius, ESAB)Stick WelderFlux-Cored Arc WelderManual Grinder (Okamoto, Cin-Milacron, Norton, Harig, Heald, Chevalier, Kent)Growth, recognition, and rewardsWe invest in you from day one with structured learning and real responsibilities.Competitive compensationAnnual fully paid training for continuing educationCareer growth with a professional development planEmployee recognition programsHealth, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, on-site gym, and more401k with a generous employer matchA collaborative team and entrepreneurial work environmentProficiencies we valueDriver's LicenseMeets Physical RequirementsHigh School / GEDExcellent Communication SkillsExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentBasic Computer Skills