Industrial Fabricator

Anderson Process is seeking an experienced Industrial Fabricator to join our fabrication team in Wisconsin. This hands-on role is responsible for building custom industrial process systems, with a strong focus on welding and mechanical assembly.
From interpreting drawings to fabricating pump skids, piping, and support structures, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, custom-engineered systems for our customers.
This is a first-shift position with potential for overtime and minimal travel.
We are looking for someone who is:

• Independent: Can take a job from drawing to completion with minimal direction.
• Detail-Oriented: Committed to craftsmanship and getting it right the first time.
• Innovative: Finds creative ways to overcome challenges on custom builds.

Support Anderson Process Core Values of: Growth, Expertise, Embrace Change, Teamwork, & Community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpret drawings, P&IDs, and build notes to fabricate process equipment and make informal redline updates as needed.
• Fabricate and assemble pump skids, bases, and frames including:
  1. Cut, weld, and assemble tubing, channel, and plate for frames and carts.
  2. MIG/TIG welding (carbon steel and stainless-steel).
  3. Layout and drilling/tapping.
  4. Mounting pumps, gear reducers, motors, guards, and riser blocks.
• Pipe and tubing fitting, welding, and assembly including:
  1. Stainless steel sanitary tubing welding.
  2. Carbon steel and stainless-steel pipe welding.
  3. Flanged pipe assembly.
  4. Threaded pipe assembly.
• Use machine tools (lathe, vertical mill, brake press) for basic part machining and prep.
• Perform alignment, quality checks, and testing of completed assemblies.
• Use computers for parts lookup, diagrams, and spec review.
• Operate shop equipment including overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe fabrication area.
• Collaborate with team members and mentor less experienced staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Skills/Experience
Required:

• Minimum 5 years of fabrication experience in a related industrial environment.
• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in MIG (solid wire and flux core) and TIG welding.
• Experience with pipe and tube fitting and welding (carbon steel and stainless).
• Familiarity with metal cutting, grinding, finishing, and basic machining.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Valid driver's license and insurability.

Preferred:

• Experience with industrial pump skid systems or fluid process equipment.
• Familiarity with ASME B31.3 or other welding codes (not required but valued).
• Experience with jig fabrication or fixture setup.
• Exposure to electrical systems or control integration.
• Trade school certificate or associate's degree in welding, fabrication, or mechanical technology.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk most of the day.
• Ability to twist and turn at least 25% of the day.
• Stoop and bend at least 25% of the day.
• Ability to reach above shoulders at least 25% of day.
• Repetitive hand and wrist movements at least 50% of the day.
• Forearm rotation at least 25% of the day.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with a covered disability to perform the essential functions of the position as long as an undue hardship is not imposed.
Anderson Process is an Equal Opportunity Employer