Job Description

Position Summary

The Fabricator & Rebuild Specialist is responsible for building, repairing, and refurbishing equipment, machine components, and production assets to support plant operations. This role utilizes welding, machining, fabrication, and mechanical rebuild skills to extend equipment life, reduce downtime, and improve reliability. The specialist works closely with maintenance technicians, engineering, and production teams to design, modify, and rebuild equipment to meet operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication & Welding

• Fabricate custom parts, frames, brackets, guards, and equipment components.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and stick welding on stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminum.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Ensure all fabricated components meet quality, fit, and safety standards.

Equipment Rebuild & Repair

• Disassemble, inspect, rebuild, and reassemble mechanical equipment and assemblies.
• Restore worn or damaged components using welding, machining, and fitting techniques.
• Perform precision measurements (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators).
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions.

Machining & Tooling

• Operate lathes, mills, grinders, saws, and other fabrication equipment.
• Cut, shape, drill, tap, and finish metal components to specification.
• Verify tolerances and alignments on repaired or fabricated pieces.
• Maintain and inventory all shop tools, equipment, & supplies.

Preventive Maintenance Support

• Assist maintenance technicians by fabricating needed parts for PMs and repairs.
• Improve equipment reliability by upgrading or strengthening existing components.
• Document rebuilds, part replacements, and custom modifications.

Project Work & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in equipment upgrade projects, line improvements, and installations.
• Recommend design enhancements to increase reliability and reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering to prototype improved components and designs.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all plant safety policies, machine guarding standards, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe fabrication shop.
• Ensure all work meets OSHA, food safety, and plant regulatory standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. However, the vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical certificate or trade school preferred).
• 3–5 years of welding, fabrication, or mechanical rebuild experience in manufacturing.
• Experience working in food manufacturing or industrial environments is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in MIG/TIG welding and metal fabrication.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, bearings, shafts, and assemblies.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and fabricate parts to spec.
• Skilled in the use of machine shop tools (lathe, mill, band saw, drill press).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Additional Information

The salary range for this role is $26 – $32 (Hourly). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is a participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For information about the E-Verify program, please visit: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.