Fabricator - 2nd Shift

About the Role

The Fabricator sets up and operates production machines to manufacture stock and custom parts using equipment such as fiber lasers, brake presses, saws, tube benders, iron workers, shears, or roll formers. This role involves cutting, shaping, or bending metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures.

Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications from shop drawings or blueprints to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Sets stops or guides to specified lengths using scales, rules, jigs, or templates.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to ensure accuracy of machine operation.
• Stacks, marks, and packs finished workpieces.
• Performs minor machine maintenance, such as oiling machines, dyes, or workpieces.
• Lifts objects manually or using power hoists, cranes, or forklifts.

Qualifications

• One-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior Voortman or CNC experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand shop drawings or prints.
• Proficiency in basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure.
• Basic computer skills in a Windows environment/ERP system.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds when turning parts.
• Specific vision abilities include color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Physical tasks include twisting, turning, grasping, reaching, bending, pulling, and extended periods of standing.
• Must wear OSHA-approved safety shoes with metatarsal guards, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and grinding/cutting shields when required.

About the Company

Headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Wildeck is a subsidiary of Holden Industries and a 100% employee-owned company. As the largest U.S. manufacturer of industrial steel work platforms (mezzanines), vertical lifts (VRCs), rideable material lifts (RMLs), safety guarding products, industrial ladders, crossovers, and more, Wildeck has been providing high-quality products to the distribution industry for nearly 50 years.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Three health plan options, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity protection service.
• Paid parental leave and employee assistance program.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Generous paid time off and nine paid holidays.
• Retirement plans include an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401k, with company contributions based on profitability.

Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt
Hours: 3:00pm – 1:00am, Monday – Thursday
Location: Waukesha, WI
Reports To: Supervisor, Manufacturing