Metal Fabricator - Direct Employment

Company: Aerotek
Location: Chaska
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Fabricator – Full Time | Press brake/Laser Operator. ($5 - shift differential) Join a clean, modern facility with a supportive team and steady work. We’re hiring a hands?on Fabricator who enjoys variety, learning new equipment, and being part of a collaborative shop environment. If you like working with metal, operating CNC machinery, and taking pride in quality work, this is a great opportunity. What You’ll Do Operate fabrication equipment including lasers, brake presses, saws, and other CNC machinery Start most jobs at the saw and transition to other tasks as needed Monitor cut quality, hole quality, and overall part accuracy Adjust machine settings and nesting techniques to improve performance and throughput Assist with creating Python?based laser programs and .DXF files for parts and sheet nests Identify material types (mild steel, stainless steel) and shapes (sheet, plate, tube, channel, flat bar) Support other fabricators on brake press, shear, and additional shop equipment Perform occasional physical tasks such as kneeling, crouching, or reaching What We’re Looking For Experience in fabrication or CNC machine operation Ability to run laser and brake press equipment Understanding of material types, gauges, and fabrication processes Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Willingness to learn and support multiple areas of production Why You’ll Love Working Here Clean, well?maintained facility Supportive, team?oriented environment Steady work with opportunities to learn new equipment A workplace where people take pride in craftsmanship and collaboration Apply Now! Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chaska, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $70000.00/yr. 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 Chaska,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026. 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. Company Description 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. Company Description 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.

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