Fabrication Specialist & Machinist

The Fabrication Specialist & Machinist performs a wide range of manual machining and fabrication activities to support manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering operations. This role designs, fabricates, repairs, modifies, and rebuilds custom machine parts and tooling using manual machine tools, welding equipment, and precision measuring instruments. The position requires strong problem-solving skills to evaluate equipment and process issues, develop practical machining and fabrication solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Perform manual machining operations using manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, saws, and related machine shop equipment to support production and maintenance needs.
• Design, fabricate, repair, modify, and rebuild machine parts, tooling, fixtures, brackets, guards, change parts, and other custom components using blueprints, drawings, sketches, samples, measurements, or verbal instructions.
• Evaluate equipment and process-related challenges presented by Maintenance, Production, and Engineering personnel and determine practical machining or fabrication solutions.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and support equipment repairs, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze damaged or worn components and reverse-engineer replacement parts when drawings or specifications are unavailable.
• Select appropriate materials, machining methods, tooling, tolerances, and fabrication techniques to produce functional and durable solutions.
• Operate precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, scales, indicators, and related inspection equipment, to verify dimensional accuracy of parts and assemblies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Quality, and management personnel to identify equipment improvement opportunities and support engineering projects.
• Recommend and assist with implementation of modifications that improve equipment reliability, safety, efficiency, and maintainability.
• Assist Engineering with equipment design concepts, manufacturing layouts, tooling design, and process improvements.
• Assist with installation, startup, modification, relocation, and validation support of manufacturing equipment as needed.
• Maintain machine shop tooling, spare parts inventory, materials, and equipment necessary to support site operations.
• Train Maintenance and Production employees on the safe use, maintenance, and cleaning of machine shop equipment and fabricated tools, as assigned.
• Maintain training records and required documentation in accordance with FDA, cGMP, standard operating procedures, and departmental requirements.
• Establish and maintain records demonstrating compliance with applicable FDA, cGMP, and internal company standards.
• Maintain the machine shop and work areas in compliance with 5S principles, safety requirements, and housekeeping expectations.
• Participate in required hazardous waste training and comply with hazardous waste management, handling, inspection, transfer, and spill response procedures.

• Advanced knowledge of manual machining principles and practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency operating manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, saws, and related machine shop equipment.
• Strong manual fabrication and welding skills, including experience with TIG, MIG, and stick welding.
• Ability to fabricate, repair, modify, or reverse-engineer parts from drawings, samples, sketches, measurements, or verbal descriptions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose equipment and component issues.
• Ability to independently evaluate problems and develop practical machining and fabrication solutions.
• Ability to determine appropriate materials, machining methods, tooling requirements, tolerances, and sequences of operation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, sketches, and fabrication documentation.
• Proficiency using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, scales, indicators, and related inspection tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Maintenance, Production, Engineering, Quality, contractors, and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing requests.
• Basic computer proficiency, including use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Accredited vocational, technical, apprenticeship, or trade school training in machining, fabrication, toolmaking, welding, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, or reliability functions within an industrial environment.
• Experience designing or modifying tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment components.

• Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Experience working in pharmaceutical, medical device, food manufacturing, aerospace, or other regulated manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Familiarity with FDA and cGMP requirements and related documentation practices.
• Comfort working in a machine shop, manufacturing, and warehouse setting with exposure to metalworking, welding, and fabrication activities.

You will join a long-term opportunity where your hands-on craftsmanship, problem-solving ability, and technical expertise directly improve equipment reliability and manufacturing performance. The role offers exposure to cross-functional teams, regulated manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement initiatives, providing a strong platform for professional growth and skill development. You will work in an environment that values safety, quality, and collaboration while giving you the autonomy to apply your trade and take ownership of your work.

This role is based in a manufacturing, machine shop, and warehouse environment with regular exposure to machinery, moving equipment, noise, vibration, welding operations, metalworking fluids, and fabrication activities. You will use required personal protective equipment and follow established safety procedures. The position may require some overtime and weekend work, including occasional on-call support. The job involves physical demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods, as well as frequent squatting, kneeling, bending, climbing, and other physically demanding tasks associated with machining and fabrication work.

This is a Permanent position based out of Windsor, CO.

The pay range for this position is $72000.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Benefiet package delivered to candidates upon interview.

This is a fully onsite position in Windsor,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.