Senior Metal Fabricator - 2nd Shift

Maac-Machinery; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Health coverage

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Referral pay

Profit sharing

Training reimbursement

Modern equipment

Job summary

MAAC is seeking an experienced Senior Fabricator to lead and assist the fabrication team in producing high-precision machine frames and components from structural steel. The role focuses on quality, accuracy, and meeting production timelines, with responsibilities including blueprint interpretation and mentoring peers.

Position is full-time on 2nd shift (3:45pm–12:15am) in Carol Stream, IL. Expect a daily mix of fabrication (80%) and welding (20%), with overtime opportunities and pay weekly.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of fabrication experience with various metals.
• Able to read and interpret complex blueprints.
• Proficient in MIG welding and fabrication techniques.
• Commitment to safety and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and welding of machine frames and components.
• Lead and coordinate fabrication, welding, and assembly tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Utilize MIG welding and fabrication tools.
• Perform measurements to ensure precision.
• Train and mentor teammates to improve skills.
• Assure quality and production timelines are met.
• Maintain safe working environment and proper documentation.
• Communicate issues to supervisor and peers to improve workflow.

Skills

Fabrication

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Team leadership

Tools

Saw

Shear

Drill press

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Rate of Pay

$27.00 to $33.00 per hour (paid weekly).

Overtime Rate

$40.50 to $49.50 per hour.

2nd Shift Schedule

• Monday thru Friday; 3:45pm to 12:15am.
• 10+ hours of overtime consistently available; paid breaks.

JOB SUMMARY

MAAC is looking for a strong and experienced fabricator who could transition into a lead role. The Senior Fabricator is a full-time teammate who can lead and assist team members to meet production goals with a focus on quality and precision. The primary tasks consist of building machine frames and components out of structural steel and tearing down completed machines in preparation for painting and shipping. This person must have the ability to read complex blueprints and build high-precision components. Will follow up on assignments to assure quality standards and production timelines are met.

• Fabrication/welding and continual learning of machine designs and components.
• Lead and coordinate fabrication, welding, and component assembly tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints and related drawings.
• Utilize MIG welding along with fabrication tools and equipment.
• Perform measurements to ensure precision.
• Train and mentor co-workers to become better fabricators and welders.
• Assure quality of manufactured and assembled items.
• Remain on target with operational schedules and company objectives.
• Complete job documentation and communicate issues to supervisor.
• Communicate with peers to maximize workflow efficiencies.
• Maintain a safe working environment free of hazards and equipment concerns.
• Typical workload is 80% Fabrication and 20% Welding

BENEFITS

• Training and teaching provided to learn a new trade.
• Annual performance review and rate increase.
• Annual earned vacation time plus ten paid holidays.
• Health coverage.
• Purchase assistance for required personal equipment.
• Teammate appreciation events.
• Referral pay for referring a friend or colleague.
• Teammate assistance programs.
• Profit sharing available upon reaching qualified service time.
• Reimbursement for qualified technical training.
• Clean and modern environment with well-maintained equipment.
• Stability of industry-leading company in business 40 years.
• Equal opportunity employer; veterans encouraged.
• Accomplishment of completing a large industrial machine project.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Minimum of 4 years of fabrication experience with various metals.
• Can communicate, problem-solve and have strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare work plans and fabrication layouts.
• Can confidently read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Proficient in welding and fabrication skills.
• Safety-first commitment to follow company and OSHA requirements.
• Ability to safely handle heavy materials in an industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of saw, shear, drill press, forklift and overhead crane are all a plus.
• Bilingual applicants encouraged (English + Spanish).