Fitter – Welding Support

Valley Craft Industries Inc • Lake City, MN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Valley Craft Industries is a local manufacturer of high-quality metal storage and material-handling products used by customers across the country. We provide steady, year-round work in a clean, organized, and safety-focused shop. Our team members value the stability, consistent schedules, and opportunities to build long-term careers with us.

Valley Craft Industries has immediate openings for Fitters to support our Cabinet Cell welding operations on 1st shift, Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM. This role combines light fitting and fabrication support with material handling responsibilities to ensure welders have the parts, materials, and supplies needed to remain productive.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment, supporting welding operations, and contributing to production flow.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing, fabrication, or material handling experience preferred
• Forklift experience required (certification preferred or willingness to be trained)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand tools preferred
• Reliable attendance and ability to work as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to welding or fabrication environments
• Basic understanding of shop drawings or part orientation
• Experience supporting production cells

Responsibilities

• Fit and align basic components and parts prior to welding
• Assist with positioning and staging materials at weld booths
• Deliver raw materials, components, and supplies to welders in a timely manner
• Remove finished parts from weld booths and transport to the next operation
• Operate forklift to move pallets, racks, and large materials
• Use hand carts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
• Ensure welders are stocked with necessary parts, hardware, and consumables
• Perform basic inspection of parts for obvious defects or damage
• Maintain organization of material storage and cabinet cell work areas
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Nine (9) paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Enjoy a 4-day workweek with consistent hours and overtime opportunities when production is high
• Clean, organized, and safety-focused shop
• Training and advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees