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Overview

The Fabricator is responsible for producing high-quality fittings and components by accurately positioning, aligning, and assembling parts. This role requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics, safely operate hand tools, and use conventional and CNC machining equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Operate CNC Prototrak mills and conventional machines at an intermediate level.
  • Set up and run spot welders independently.
  • Train and mentor new fabricators on all machine shop assembly skills.
  • Interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and tolerances.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Complete Role Standard Work and deliver all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training in machining, manufacturing, welding, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum 1 year of machining/fabrication experience.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Observes safety and security procedures.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
  • Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Ability to independently set up and operate CNC Prototrak mills and conventional machining equipment.
  • Knowledge of machining practices, tooling selection, feeds, speeds, and material characteristics.
  • Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
  • Knowledge of spot welding equipment, weld parameters, fixture alignment, and quality inspection methods.
  • Ability to troubleshoot machining and fabrication issues.
  • Ability to train, mentor, and provide guidance to less experienced fabricators.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts.
  • Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple assignments.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • 401k

Additional Information

  • Shifts Available: 6am-2:30pm (Days) Must Be Available to Work Overtime as Needed
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday, occasional Saturdays

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k
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How this job compares in Irwindale, CA

Pay in context

At roughly $23/hr, this posting comes in about 25% below the $30/hr median for welder fabricator jobs across California, where the middle half runs $25–$36/hr across 55 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 11% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. That gap is worth raising directly — in a market this size there is normally room to negotiate toward the median, particularly if you already hold the certifications the posting asks for.

The local market in Irwindale, CA

Irwindale, CA currently has 5 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 3 employers. None of them were added in the last week, so this is a slower-moving market. Across California as a whole we're tracking 418 other active welding openings from 205 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in Irwindale, or widen the search to California.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (27), Welding Shop in Los Angeles, CA (16), and Honeywell Aerospace (15). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Santa Ana at $48/hr, Long Beach at $43/hr, and Los Angeles at $42/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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