Skilled Fabricator — CNC & Laser Expert

Marlen International; Riverside (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Education assistance program

Paid holidays and PTO

Cross-functional teamwork

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Marlen International, headquartered in Riverside, MO, seeks a skilled fabricator to build stainless steel food processing machinery and to read blueprints for precision production. You will manage project time, perform routine maintenance, and maintain safety and quality standards in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

The role requires 5 years of metal fabrication experience with laser exposure, strong communication, and a readiness to work overtime as workload demands.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in metal fabrication, Laser experience required.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Computer experience.
• Learns quickly; open to change; strives for continuous improvement of self and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to convey information.
• Must be able to work overtime including some weekends when workload requires this.

Responsibilities

• Operates manufacturing equipment and uses safe work habits while performing the job function.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Use your understanding of fabrication mathematics.
• Measure and verify dimensions using various measuring devices: tape measure, calipers, machinist square, pro-tractor.
• Identify, retrieve, and install the required punch based on bend radius.
• Identify, retrieve, and install the required die based on material thickness.
• Download program files, or program a press brake at the controller.
• Program each program step using tonnage mode, angle mode/absolute position.
• Properly and safely operate a press brake from a variety of manufacturers.
• Knowledge of a CNC laser cutting machine and other machinery used in the production process.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve operating and fabricating challenges.
• Communicate potential problems to lead/supervisor
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations.
• Understand and maintain both quality and quantity standards and expectations.
• Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance.
• Other tasks assigned by the lead or department manager.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Metal fabrication

Laser experience

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CNC laser

Job description

Marlen International, headquartered in Riverside, MO, seeks a skilled fabricator to build stainless steel food processing machinery and to read blueprints for precision production. You will manage project time, perform routine maintenance, and maintain safety and quality standards in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

The role requires 5 years of metal fabrication experience with laser exposure, strong communication, and a readiness to work overtime as workload demands.