Maintenance and Fabrication Technician

Job Summary: The Maintenance & Fabrication Technician is responsible for MIG and TIG welding, metal fabrication, and production support for clay mixer manufacturing. This hands-on role includes material handling, equipment operation, housekeeping, and safe forklift operation in a manufacturing environment. Warehouse temperatures vary seasonally, though the facility is temperature-controlled during the winter months. Applicants must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. Employment requires signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities: Perform MIG and TIG welding of clay mixer components to precise quality standards Prepare, cut, and fabricate metal parts Safely lift and move materials weighing up to 100 lbs. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely Assist with loading customer and carrier vehicles as needed Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through routine housekeeping Follow all safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE)Conduct basic equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns Support inventory organization and communicate low stock levels for reordering Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality standards

Qualifications & Skills: High school diploma or equivalent preferred Experience with MIG and TIG welding required Prior experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments is a plus Experience operating heavy machinery and industrial equipment preferred Forklift experience or willingness to become forklift certified Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious Comfortable working effectively in a repetitive production environment Comfortable performing extended and consistent physical work, including lifting, bending, standing, climbing stairs, and repetitive tasks Ability to consistently lift up to 100 lbs. Basic math skills for weighing and measuring materials Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality Comfortable wearing PPE, including respirators and face/eye protection, for extended periods and in varying temperatures Work Environment &

Physical Requirements: Industrial production and warehouse environment Exposure to dust, raw materials, sparks, hot metals, and manufacturing noise Comfortable working on platforms and around industrial equipment Minimal exposure to toxic materials Extended periods of lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, and climbing stairs Use of forklifts and other powered industrial equipment Operation of heavy machinery, including industrial mixers, conveyors, and packaging equipment$16.00 to $18.00 to start, temp to hire!#ZR