Job Summary
We specialize in the fabrication and installation of custom-designed Shotblast equipment and are seeking an Experienced Fabricator to join our fast-paced shop. The ideal candidate is reliable, experienced in MIG welding, able to read and understand blueprints, and has a positive attitude with a willingness to learn. Applicants should be able to manage time effectively, accept constructive feedback, and work collaboratively to meet project goals.
As a manufacturer and installer of industrial equipment, we are committed to building a team of individuals who are interested in long-term growth with our company. This position offers a competitive salary, full benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on excellence and professional development.
Our Approach to Training and Success
We understand that success in our shop requires more than basic fabrication skills—it requires an understanding of the equipment we build and how each component functions in the final system. Because of this, we treat every new hire, regardless of experience level, as a student of our facility.
Our goal is to teach team members not only how to complete their tasks, but also why their work matters and what purpose it serves in the finished equipment. We train beyond the basics so employees gain a deeper knowledge of the entire process, which helps them complete projects accurately, confidently, and efficiently.
We believe in setting every employee up to succeed. Individuals with a strong desire to learn more than what they were originally hired for—or more than what they may have learned in school—often excel and advance quickly within our company.
Responsibilities and Duties
This is a multi-function role that provides hands-on involvement in the full manufacturing process, including:
- Setting up and operating MIG welding equipment
- Fabricating steel components
- Cutting pipe and steel bar
- Operating a press brake to bend steel
- Performing general manufacturing and shop duties as needed
Qualifications and Skills
Prior experience in a related or comparable job setting is necessary.
- Fabrication experience for minimum of 8 years
- Material handling and processing
- Finish grinding, blending proficiency
- Press brake experience
- Blueprint reading experience
- Crane and forklift experience
- Custom fabrication and general "How to" experience for challenging projects.
Candidates must be able to perform heavy lifting as required.
Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Vacation and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) plan
Location: 19 Kenny Roberts Memorial Drive, Suffield, CT 06078
Metal Finish Equipment is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 60.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Industrial Equipment Assembling: 1 year (Required)
- industrial or automotive painting: 1 year (Preferred)
- plasma table cutting: 1 year (Required)
- Forklift Operator: 4 years (Preferred)
- press brake: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
