Fabrication Technician

Fabrication Technician 📍 Amherst, NY | $20-24/hr | 1st

Shift:

7:00am-3:30pm 🔧 Work with an industry leader in food‑grade fabrication systems Why This Role Stands Out This is a hands‑on opportunity for a career-driven individual to make a visible impact on high‑quality stainless steel and aluminum fabrications used in food, pharmaceutical, and chemical applications . If you take pride in quality and want steady first‑shift hours with full benefits—this role delivers. What You'll Be Doing Grind, polish, and finish stainless steel and aluminum components to strict sanitary and cosmetic standards Work on tanks, pressure vessels, and custom fabrications using hand tools, power tools, and polishing equipment Inspect surfaces for finish quality, consistency, and defects Read and follow fabrication drawings, work instructions, and shop standards Keep your workspace clean, safe, and organized Partner with welders, fabricators, and supervisors to hit production timelines Contribute ideas to improve efficiency and finishing quality What We're Looking For Must‑Haves Hands‑on experience with metal grinding and polishing , preferably stainless steel Strong shop awareness and understanding of manufacturing expectations Sharp attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship Dependable attendance and a positive, team‑first attitude Willingness to follow direction and support the shop where needed Nice‑to‑Haves Experience polishing food‑grade or sanitary stainless fabrications Ability to read fabrication drawings and work instructions Comfort working independently and as part of a production team Ability to lift 50+ lbs as needed Why You'll Want to Work Here Family‑owned company with a long‑term outlook and strong industry reputation First‑shift schedule for consistent work‑life balance Full benefits package offered Clear promotion‑from‑within culture Leadership that is accessible, hands‑on, and invested in your success Stable workload with large, well‑established clients Regular employee events and a collaborative team environment Work Environment You'll work in a machine and fabrication shop specializing in stainless steel solutions for the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and chemical industries . The shop is open‑air (not climate‑controlled). Employees may wear appropriate layers during cooler months, provided clothing is not loose. The culture emphasizes quality, precision, safety, and compliance .

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Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.