Our Company:
As a leading automation integrator, Acieta designs and delivers custom solutions powered by cutting-edge robotics and advanced technologies, from FANUC and KUKA systems to vision-guided applications, palletizing, and fully integrated cells. With operations across the U.S. and customers worldwide, Acieta combines the agility and collaborative culture of a small company with the resources and expertise to execute large-scale, transformative projects. Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the next era of automation.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Location/Workplace Type: Onsite in Shelbyville, IN
Join Our Team as a Fabricator II:
Join our team as a Fabricator II and take on a hands-on role where your precision and craftsmanship bring complex projects to life. In this position, you’ll produce high-quality parts and finished products while working on a variety of moderately complex builds—whether free-hand or using custom fixtures and jigs. If you’re skilled, detail-driven, and ready to make a visible impact on every project you touch, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your fabrication career.
What You Get to Do:
- Plan and execute fabrication steps by interpreting prints and applying strong math, metalworking, and welding knowledge
- Fit, align, and weld components using MIG (TIG a plus), jigs, and a variety of hand tools
- Operate key shop equipment, including welders, plasma cutters, oxy/acetylene torches, press brakes, burn tables, and more
- Verify accuracy and quality of finished work using standard measuring tools
- Safely operate fork trucks and overhead cranes for material handling
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑focused work environment
- Bring a self‑directed, disciplined approach with minimal supervision
- Mentor and support development of Metal Fabricator I team members
- Perform additional qualified tasks as needed to support production
- Performs other duties as assigned, which are reasonably related to the scope of the position and necessary for business operations.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Technical training or equivalent experience, including 4+ years of hands‑on metal fabrication or machine‑building
- Ability to read and interpret safety documents, technical instructions, and fabrication drawings
- Strong math skills for accurate measurements, calculations, and fabrication planning
- Solid problem‑solving ability and comfort working with varying instructions and project requirements
- Strong understanding of fabrication and welding principles with high attention to detail and quality
- Effective communicator and collaborative team player who can accept and apply feedback
- Highly organized, reliable, and able to prioritize work with minimal supervision
- Positive attitude, adaptability, and commitment to a safe work environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Forklift Operator Permit
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands listed below represent essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position and move about the worksite as needed.
- Frequent use of hands to operate tools, controls, and equipment; occasional positioning of self to access low or elevated areas.
- Regular lifting and moving of up to 25 lbs., frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs., and occasional lifting of up to 100 lbs.
- Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions:
The conditions described below represent the typical environment for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Position is based in a fabrication shop/ requires travel to manufacturing plants with hands-on involvement and oversight responsibilities.
- Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and potential electrical hazards.
- Noise levels are typically loud, consistent with industrial manufacturing environments.