Welder/Fabricator

Fabrication Specialist – Welding & Sheet Metal | Newport Industries, LLC

Location: West Branch, Iowa Type: Full-Time

Who We Are

At Newport Industries, our commitment to Excellence, Partnership, Innovation, and a Customer-Centric mindset shapes everything we do. From custom metal fabrication and OEM production to precision laser cutting and high-performance welding, we’re more than a job shop—we’re a growing team of makers, thinkers, and builders.

If you thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and believe in craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we want to meet you.

Position Summary

We’re hiring a Fabrication Specialist with experience in welding, laser cutting, press brake operations, and general metal fabrication. This is a dynamic, multi-skill position for someone who takes pride in quality work, thrives on variety, and values teamwork.

You'll fabricate parts using MIG and/or TIG welding and sheet metal techniques on aluminum, steel, and stainless steel. You’ll operate Bystronic lasers, press brakes, and additional metalworking equipment to create high-precision parts and assemblies.

What You’ll Do – Key Responsibilities

Excellence

- Weld aluminum, steel, and stainless components using MIG and/or TIG methods.

- Operate and maintain Bystronic laser cutting machines and press brakes.

- Use tools such as saws, grinders, sanders, drill presses, ironworkers, and rolling machines to prepare and shape materials.

- Perform quality control checks, first-article inspections, and in-process verifications to meet tight tolerances and finish standards.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Partnership

- Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and operations to plan and execute fabrication projects.

- Mentor less experienced team members and share best practices across the shop.

- Participate in team discussions to improve workflow, safety, and job satisfaction.

Innovation

- Interpret fabrication drawings, CAD files, flat patterns, and work orders to troubleshoot and optimize results.

- Use BySoft or similar CNC programming software to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

- Suggest and implement improvements in layout, tooling, and equipment usage.

Customer-Centric

- Ensure all parts meet or exceed customer requirements for accuracy, appearance, and functionality.

- Understand how your work impacts downstream assembly, delivery timelines, and customer satisfaction.

- Follow processes that ensure consistent output, even for custom or high-volume jobs.

Additional Duties

- Cut raw materials and deburr parts as needed

- Participate in job planning, time tracking, and project documentation

- Perform basic maintenance on machines and report any issues

- Assist with general shop duties such as cleanup, organization, and inventory checks

- Remove shop garbage and recyclables

- Support welding, sawing, grinding, or other tasks as needed

Qualifications / Skills Preferred

- 3+ years of welding experience in MIG and/or TIG (steel, stainless, aluminum) - 3+ years of sheet metal fabrication (laser cutting, press brake, rolling)

- CNC laser cutting experience (preferred)

- Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and flat layouts

- Proficient with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and tape measures

- Experience operating forklifts or overhead cranes

- Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude

- Comfortable lifting up to 50–100 lbs regularly

- Reliable transportation (no public transit available)

Preferred Qualifications

- Formal training or certifications on CAD based CNC

- Experience in a lean manufacturing or ISO-certified environment

- Strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude

What We Offer

- A team culture grounded in Excellence, Partnership, Innovation, and Customer-Centricity

- Competitive pay and benefits

- A clean, modern facility with well-maintained tools and machines

- Real opportunities for advancement and skill growth

- A voice in improving the way we work every day

Benefits (Full-Time):

- Health Insurance

- Paid Time Off

- 401(K) with Company Match

- Life Insurance

- Tuition Reimbursement

- Employee Discounts

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Employee discount

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Retirement plan

- Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

- Sheet metal: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

- West Branch, IA 52358 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- West Branch, IA 52358: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person