**1st Shift Fabricator, Battle Creek** + **_$26-38/hour_** + **_1st shift_** + **_Weekly Pay_** **Job Description** The Fabricator will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on all manufacturing equipment. A successful candidate will have a sense of urgency with a safety mindset. **Responsibilities** + Fabricate, weld, and assemble metal components for equipment, guards, fixtures, and structural improvements. + Troubleshoot issues and perform repairs on machinery, conveyors, platforms, and facility infrastructure. + Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics. + Perform MIG/TIG/Stick welding and cutting using torches, plasma cutters, and related tools. + Maintain and repair fabrication equipment such as welders, grinders, presses, and saws. + Assist with preventive maintenance activities and support broader maintenance team tasks. + Ensure all work adheres to safety standards, OSHA requirements, and company policies. + Collaborate with engineering or maintenance leadership to design cost-effective solutions for equipment improvements. + Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, parts used, and fabricate emergency breakdown repairs as needed to minimize equipment downtime. **Essential Skills** + 3+ years working in a maintenance department in a manufacturing environment. + 3+ years working with and maintaining automated machinery. + 1+ years of electrical troubleshooting. + Experience in PLC troubleshooting, industrial electrical, industrial maintenance, hydraulics, and pneumatics. + Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and schematics. + Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Automotive background is a plus. + Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner. + Overtime (hours worked beyond 40 per week) is a required component of this role and is considered an essential job function. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy a full benefits package from day one after completing a six-month contract-to-hire period. Be part of a large global company with numerous facilities around the United States and the globe. Benefit from overtime opportunities as well as double time on Sundays. **Work Environment** The company manufactures interior sound deadening material for the automotive industry, operating in a fast-paced and deadline-sensitive environment typical of the automotive sector. The plant spans close to 300,000 sq. ft., with 40% of work involving Chrysler and the rest distributed among various tiered suppliers and auto manufacturers. The position requires 50-hour work weeks, with most Saturdays worked until fully staffed. The 1st shift operates from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Battle Creek, MI. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr. 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 Battle Creek,MI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 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.