Precision Wheel & Fan Balancer Technician

Fairbanks Morse; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

American Fan is seeking a Wheel Balancer to join our fabrication team. You will balance wheels and fans to engineering specs, assemble fans and blowers to order, and perform quality inspections with attention to safety and efficiency.

You will read drawings, BOMs, and procedures, operate balance equipment, and support production goals with flexibility and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. Prior balance or welding experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing or industrial experience.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, BOMs, and written procedures.
• Basic computer skills and strong mechanical aptitude; able to learn balancing processes quickly.
• Strong attention to detail, coordination, motor skills, and dexterity.
• Able to identify and measure material using standard tools.
• Familiar with and capable of using hand and pneumatic tools.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs by hand and use material-handling equipment for heavier loads (training provided).
• Welding, balancing, and/or fan manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical and basic electrical background a plus.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all company safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Balance wheels and fans using balance machines and computer-based equipment.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Perform welding and grinding on wheels as needed to achieve proper balance (as trained).
• Assemble fans and blowers, including blade balancing when required.
• Conduct final inspection for defects, completeness, and accessories/motors.
• Report equipment issues and complete required production and quality documentation (e.g., red tags, scrap reports, time reporting).
• Use required PPE and follow all safety and housekeeping standards.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and test equipment after appropriate training.
• Support OTD and productivity goals and assist in other production areas as business needs change.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Physical strength

Ability to learn balancing processes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Balancing equipment operation

Job description

American Fan is seeking a Wheel Balancer to join our fabrication team. You will balance wheels and fans to engineering specs, assemble fans and blowers to order, and perform quality inspections with attention to safety and efficiency.

You will read drawings, BOMs, and procedures, operate balance equipment, and support production goals with flexibility and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. Prior balance or welding experience is preferred.