Job Title: Sheet Metal Fabricator Job Description This role involves operating various machines in a manufacturing company to ensure the internal team has all necessary supplies. It is a supportive position crucial for the team's efficiency. Responsibilities • Operate various machines in the fabrication department, including presses, shears, notchers, and punch presses. • Read blueprints and set start/stop functions on machines to cut metal sheets to specifications. • Measure materials accurately using a tape measure. • Lift and handle materials weighing 25-50 pounds consistently. • Use quality instruments to ensure standards of fabricated sheet metal are met. Essential Skills • Experience operating presses or shears. • Proficiency in working with sheet metal. • Ability to accurately use a tape measurer. • Capability to lift 25-50 pounds consistently. • Skillful use of hand tools. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Own steel toe boots. Why Work Here? Join a supportive manufacturing environment where teamwork is valued. Enjoy a balanced work schedule with four 10-hour shifts, giving you the potential for long weekends. Benefit from a role that supports your professional growth in machine operation and metal fabrication. Work Environment The position is based in a manufacturing facility with a work schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week, primarily from 5 AM to 3:30 PM. Employees typically work 40-48 hours per week. Steel toe boots are required for safety. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, Indiana. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in South Bend,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a sheet metal worker in South Bend, IN, typically begins with a comprehensive apprenticeship, which integrates hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Apprenticeships in the sheet metal trade generally span four to five years, involving approximately 8,000 hours of on-the-job training. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected job growth of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. In South Bend, apprentices can expect to earn an average of $1,040 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $2,200 weekly. Training opportunities are available through trade schools, unions, and various apprenticeship programs, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
