Fabricator, Manufacturing / Production
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator, Assembly, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
YOU
The Fabricator I role is an entry‑level position focused on building core production skills. Employees in this classification learn to operate a limited range of fabrication equipment and develop foundational competencies with guidance from experienced Fabricators and Lead personnel. The role supports daily manufacturing needs while helping employees grow their technical abilities. This is a union‑represented position, and all classification levels, job duties, and pay ranges are established and governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Any candidate hired into this role will become a member of the bargaining unit and will be subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the contract.
Operate manual press brake and punch press and manufacture parts according to prints and work orders. Perform quality inspections to drawings and specifications per procedures using various equipment such as calipers, micrometers and tape measures. (60%)
Package finished products in cartons, applying labels, and palletizing finished products. Gather and stage work. Maintain a clean work environment. (30%)
Communicate with department leadership regarding issues and improvements. Other miscellaneous duties may be assigned, if and when needed/applicable. (10%)
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEIf you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:
Minimum Qualifications:- Mathematical Reasoning:
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. - Communication
Skills:
Applies customer service principles and processes on the job and with others. Speaks in the most effective way to relay information. Listens and asks questions to ensure understanding. - Safety:
Able to consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating a safe work practices by promoting a safe and clean work environment. - Self-Management
Skills:
Uses time efficiently to complete tasks. - Quality Standards Knowledge:
Understanding the quality standards and quality control processes. - Ability to Work Independently:
Follows both written and oral instructions, including safety guidelines, work instructions, and company policies. - Operation Monitoring:
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. - Machine Operation: possesses general knowledge for operating machines and equipment.
- Teamwork:
Ability to build and sustain cooperative working relationships. - Blueprint reading, bend press operation experience, and fiber laser knowledge are all considered a plus.
- High School Diploma/GED preferred.
- Production and Processing:
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment and needs to constantly position self to maintain the operation of equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.
WORKENVIRONMENT
Regularly works around moving mechanical parts. Noise level is loud. The job may risk exposure to dust, heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions.
TRAVELThis position requires domestic travel up to 5% of the time.
WORK STATUS & LOCATIONThis full‑time, non‑exempt position is located in Riverside CA.
RELOCATIONRelocation is not available for this position.
PAY$19.25 - $23.65 / hour
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