Steel Fabrication & Machining Operator

Viking Group, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Group, Inc. is seeking a hands-on production teammate in Columbus, OH to support steel pipe fabrication, machine operation, and material movement. You will assist with welding support, robotics, and shipping preparation, while following safety procedures and SOPs.

The role emphasizes learning fabrication processes, reading work orders, and producing quality components in a fast-paced shop environment. On-the-job training is provided across equipment and production functions.

Qualifications

• No specific degree or certification required for entry-level; on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math
• Comfort with a fast-paced fabrication environment and safety procedures
• Equipment-specific training and demonstrated competency before independent operation

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication and production equipment including plasma cutting machines, cold saws, threading machines, grooving machines, grinders, and semi-automatic fabrication equipment.
• Support fabrication, production, welding, machine operation, robotics, and material handling throughout the shop.
• Cut, groove, thread, grind, and prepare steel pipe and materials to customer specifications and production requirements.
• Assist with machine operation involving plasma cutting, outlet placement, welding support, and automated fabrication processes.
• Read and interpret work orders, production paperwork, measurements, specifications, and tape measures to ensure production accuracy and quality standards.
• Visually inspect fabricated materials, welds, and finished products for defects and quality compliance.
• Load, unload, stage, organize, and move steel pipe, fittings, and raw materials throughout the production process.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as trained and authorized.
• Troubleshoot minor production or machine issues and report concerns to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, safe fabrication environment and follow SOPs and PPE requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tape measure reading

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift operation

Grinders

Plasma cutting

Welding support equipment

Job description

Viking Group, Inc. is seeking a hands-on production teammate in Columbus, OH to support steel pipe fabrication, machine operation, and material movement. You will assist with welding support, robotics, and shipping preparation, while following safety procedures and SOPs.

The role emphasizes learning fabrication processes, reading work orders, and producing quality components in a fast-paced shop environment. On-the-job training is provided across equipment and production functions.