FAB SHOP MECHANIC (MACH OPER)
About the role
Precision. Power. Craftsmanship. Become a Fab Shop Mechanic / Machine Operator. Do you take pride in operating industrial machines, fabricating metal components, and keeping equipment running at peak performance? Ingalls Shipbuilding is seeking skilled Fab Shop Mechanics and Machine Operators who want to bring their mechanical ability and fabrication experience to America’s Shipyard.
As a Fab Shop Mechanic / Machine Operator, you’ll support the machining and fabrication of critical metal components used throughout the construction of the U.S. Navy’s most advanced vessels. From operating heavy machinery to performing equipment maintenance, your work directly contributes to the quality, accuracy, and reliability of shipbuilding operations.
What You Can Earn
Earn $35.99 per hour. Additional opportunities for overtime, skills training, and advancement into higher craft levels.
Responsibilities
- Operate fabrication shop machinery such as presses, shears, rollers, saws, grinders, and other metalforming equipment
- Perform mechanical maintenance and basic troubleshooting on shop equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Fabricate, cut, shape, and prepare metal components according to specifications, drawings, and blueprints
- Verify measurements, maintain accuracy, and inspect completed work for quality standards
- Support production needs in an industrial environment with varying tasks and priorities
- Work in shop and shipyard environments that may include noise, heat, and active machining areas
Why This Work Matters
Fab Shop Mechanics and Machine Operators produce the metal components that become the foundation of America’s naval vessels. Your precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail ensure that downstream teams have reliable, accurate parts to keep ships on schedule and mission‑ready.
Requirements
- Experience operating industrial machinery or working in a fabrication/mechanical shop
- Ability to read and interpret measurements, drawings, and basic blueprints
- Skill with mechanical tools, fabrication equipment, and shop safety practices
- Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
- Willingness to work in an active industrial environment and continue building your craft skills
Must Have: 3-5 years experience