Fabricator I, Machine & Equipment Operations

  • Aerotek
  • Kalamazoo, Michigan
  • Full Time
Fabricator**

**Job Description**

Under general supervision, the Fabricator I is responsible for producing high-quality fabricated parts utilizing various fabrication equipment.

**Responsibilities**

+ Operate and maintain various fabrication equipment to produce high-quality parts.

+ Adhere to safety protocols, including good housekeeping and ergonomics practices.

+ Perform basic preventative maintenance and documentation tasks.

+ Participate in teamwork and cross-functional teams to improve processes.

+ Carry out verbal instructions and communicate effectively in English.

+ Learn new processes, systems, and equipment to enhance skills.

**Essential Skills**

+ Ability to operate basic fabrication equipment.

+ Proficiency in reading and understanding procedures, safety sheets, and policies in English.

+ Skills in documentation and team concepts.

+ Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ High school diploma or GED preferred.

+ Preferred experience in manufacturing.

+ Quality training, including incoming part quality and proper part loading.

+ Ability to lift/carry 10-50 lbs. frequently and occasionally up to 75 lbs.

+ Physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, sit, stand, and crawl as needed.

**Why Work Here?**

Join a dynamic team committed to quality and safety. Benefit from opportunities for cross-training and skill advancement in a supportive and diverse work environment.

**Work Environment**

This position operates in a manufacturing environment. Requires the use of safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and hearing protection in designated areas. May require the use of respirators in the paint booth area. Be prepared for exposure to loud noises and physical demands, including prolonged periods of standing and lifting.

**Job Type & Location**

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portage, Michigan.

**Pay and Benefits**

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

**Workplace Type**

This is a fully onsite position in Kalamazoo,MI.

**Application Deadline**

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2025.

**About Aerotek:**

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job ID: 487207455
Originally Posted on: 7/29/2025

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