Fabrication Shop Client
About The Position
Our client is seeking a Fabrication Shop Client to join the operations and maintenance team located in South Lafayette, Indiana. The role involves constructing, repairing, and assembling wood and metal structures, fixtures, and equipment used throughout the facility. Work includes fabricating wooden carts, platforms, stands, and frame-based assemblies using standard carpentry techniques and shop tools. The position also involves preventive maintenance tasks using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), maintaining an organized and safe shop, and assisting with custom fabrication and prototype builds.
Requirements
- Experience in a fabrication or carpentry shop environment.
- Strong attention to detail and precision measurement.
- Ability to safely use a wide range of woodworking and light metal fabrication tools.
- Ability to work from fabrication drawings and perform accurate cuts and assemblies.
- Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including steel toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats as required.
- Ability to manage job-related stress while maintaining professional performance.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, and handle materials and equipment as needed for carpentry tasks.
Nice To Haves
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Basic computer proficiency.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate custom wooden carts, tube metal stands, and shop fixtures with high accuracy.
- Cut, shape, and assemble wood, metal tubing, and composite materials.
- Safely operate fabrication shop equipment, including band saws, table saws, chop saws, drill presses, sanders, and bench tools.
- Use measurement tools such as tape measures, framing squares, speed squares, combination squares, levels, chalk lines, calipers, and measuring gauges to ensure accurate layout and cuts.
- Read and follow fabrication drawings, sketches, and build sheets.
- Assemble components using fasteners, adhesives, joinery techniques, and metal frame connectors.
- Complete preventive maintenance tasks using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Maintain an organized shop environment and follow safety protocols.
- Assist team members with custom fabrication and prototype builds as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
