Automation Fabricator

Automation Fabricator

Cranston Office
- Cranston, RI 02910

Salary Range $24.00 - $30.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Monday
- Friday, 8:30am - 5pm Travel Percentage Up to 25%

At Wenger Corporation, our work is driven by M.U.S.I.C. (Motivation, Unity, Success, Innovation, and Customer Commitment) and united by purpose. With over 80 years of passion for performance, we enrich lives by enabling and inspiring great performances through world-class products and solutions for music education, performing arts, and athletic spaces. Across our family of brands, we are committed to our customers, to each other, and driven by the belief that great performances happen when great people work together.

At our Cranston location, home of our Creative Conners brand, we design, build, and support intuitive, reliable stage automation solutions that make scenery move safely and elegantly. Our passionate automation team has created user-friendly systems used by theaters, venues, and productions worldwide. You'll be joining the team behind the motion that brings performances to life!

As an Automation Fabricator, you will contribute to Wenger Corporation's strategy to provide exceptional customer experience by leading hands-on fabrication and machining activities in support of the production of automated machinery, including both standard and custom-built equipment. This position plays a key role in ensuring equipment is fabricated accurately, prepared for rental and sale, and produced in alignment with established quality, safety, and workflow standards.

At a minimum, you'll need:

• Demonstrated experience in welding and fabrication within an automation, manufacturing, or equipment production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, fabrication prints, and mechanical layouts.
• Technical certification or associate degree in welding, machining, manufacturing technology, or a related field.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and support to other shop personnel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.

It would be great if you also have:

• 3+ years' experience in welding and fabrication within an automation, manufacturing, or equipment production environment
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder.
• Working knowledge of CNC and conventional machining operations.
• Experience fabricating custom automation equipment or machinery.

A typical day may include:

• Welding:
  Welding of product components and assemblies from prints provided by Engineering Team.
• Fabrication:
  Assemble products and perform inspections of finished equipment to verify quality, functionality, and readiness
• Machining Support:
  Assist with CNC and conventional machining operations. Perform machining tasks independently or with guidance as required. Support the organization and maintenance of component inventory to ensure availability and accuracy of materials.
• Electrical Assembly, Wiring, and Testing:
  Perform electrical assembly and integration of control panels, and cables. Test, Inspect, and Troubleshoot, and repair products.
• Shop Organization and Equipment Maintenance:
  Promote a clean, safe, and organized shop environment. Assist with maintaining tools, equipment, and material handling systems and contribute recommendations for shop layout and workflow improvements.
• On-Site Installation and Training Support:
  Provide occasional on-site installation and customer training support at customer locations as required

Benefit offerings include:

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts – HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Pay information reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position based on current market data. Individual pay is determined by skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Wenger Corporation's core purpose is to ENRICH LIVES BY ENABLING AND INSPIRING GREAT PERFORMANCES.

Join our team, where motivation drives excellence, innovation shapes the future of performance, and customer commitment guides everything we do.

Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply