1st Shift Fabricator

Daifuku•Hobart, IN

2d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Fabricator operates fabricating machines to create structural steel products used in industrial automation. This full-time position is on the first shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Employees must be able to read exact measurements on a tape measure without assistance and read blueprints. The role is based in an indoor manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to temperature changes and workplace hazards.

Requirements

Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to read exact measurements on a tape measure without assistance.
Knowledge of standard and metric measurements.
Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
Team orientation.
LOTO certification required.
Crane operation certification required.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.
Availability to work Saturdays as needed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum one year of related experience preferred.
Forklift operation experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate fabrication and machine shop equipment—including cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses, forming machines, spinning machines, and punches—to cut, shape, and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures.
Read job specifications and blueprints to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
Set stops or guides to specified lengths using a scale, rule, or template.
Position workpieces against stops or align layout marks with a die or blade.
Measure workpiece dimensions to determine the accuracy of machine operation.
Detect workpiece defects and machine malfunctions.
Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust, and scale from workpieces.
Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
Comply with Daifuku’s QMS policies and procedures.
Ensure sustainable process outputs that support continuous improvement, strong industry performance, and customer satisfaction.