Newport Fab & Machine, Inc.

Welder/Fabricator

West Branch, IA

Full-time

$49,920-$62,400

About This Job

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

Location: West Branch, Iowa Pay: $24.00 – $30.00/hr based on experience 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

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

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Operate and maintain Bystronic laser cutting machines and press brakes.

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

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

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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Partnership

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

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

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

Innovation

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

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

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

Customer-Centric

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

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

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

Additional Duties

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Cut raw materials and deburr parts as needed

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Participate in job planning, time tracking, and project documentation

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Perform basic maintenance on machines and report any issues

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

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Remove shop garbage and recyclables

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

Qualifications / Skills Preferred

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3+ years of welding experience in MIG and/or TIG (steel, stainless, aluminum)

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3+ years of sheet metal fabrication (laser cutting, press brake, rolling)

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CNC laser cutting experience (preferred)

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Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and flat layouts

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

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Experience operating forklifts or overhead cranes

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Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude

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Comfortable lifting up to 50–100 lbs regularly

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Reliable transportation (no public transit available)

Preferred Qualifications

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Formal training or certifications on CAD based CNC

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Experience in a lean manufacturing or ISO-certified environment

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Strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude

What We Offer

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

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Competitive pay and benefits

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

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Real opportunities for advancement and skill growth

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A voice in improving the way we work every day

Benefits (Full-Time):

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Health Insurance

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Paid Time Off

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401(K) with Company Match

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Life Insurance

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Tuition Reimbursement

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Employee Discounts

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

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Dental insurance

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Employee discount

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Health insurance

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Referral program

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Retirement plan

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Tuition reimbursement

Shift:

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8 hour shift

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Day shift

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No nights

Application Question(s):

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Tell us about a time you faced a challenge at work—how did you handle it, and what did you learn from the experience?

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Safety is a top priority at Newport Industries. Can you describe a time when you identified a potential safety hazard in the workplace? What did you do about it?

Experience:

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TIG welding: 3 years (Required)

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MIG welding: 3 years (Required)

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Blueprint reading: 2 years (Required)

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CNC: 2 years (Preferred)

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Metal fabrication: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

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West Branch, IA 52358 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

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