Fabrication Technician 2nd Shift chez Renewaire

Description

Join a team that builds with precision, purpose, and people at the center.

At RenewAire, we’ve been innovating in energy recovery ventilation for more than 40 years—improving indoor air quality, reducing energy costs, and driving sustainability. Our Madison-based team thrives in a people-first culture built on collaboration, curiosity, and care. As a Fabrication Technician, you’ll be part of a skilled crew producing precision sheet metal components that help power our industry-leading indoor air quality systems.

What You’ll Do

As a Fabrication Technician, you’ll operate advanced fabrication equipment—lasers, punches, panel benders, press brakes, and robotic systems—to create high-quality metal parts that meet exacting standards. You’ll play a key role in driving production excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Day-to-day, you will:

• Operate and troubleshoot CNC-driven fabrication machinery with precision.
   
• Minimize waste and optimize efficiency while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
   
• Read and interpret blueprints to bring detailed designs to life.
   
• Set up tooling, adjust programs, and perform preventive maintenance to keep production running smoothly.
   
• Inspect materials and parts, ensuring all QA and documentation standards are met.
   
• Collaborate with engineers and programmers to enhance processes and reduce cycle time.
   
• Proactively report issues, maintain a clean workspace, and support safety-first practices.
   
• Mentor peers, share knowledge, and contribute to a supportive, team-oriented environment.
   
• Take ownership of your work—meeting deadlines, solving problems, and suggesting improvements.
   

Who You Are

You’re someone who takes pride in precision and thrives in a hands-on environment. You love seeing tangible results from your work and being part of a team that builds things that matter.

You’re a great fit if you’re:

• Reliable and accountable — you show up on time and communicate effectively.
   
• Flexible and adaptive — comfortable with shifting priorities and continuous improvement.
   
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused — every part counts, and you make sure it’s right.
   
• Positive and team-minded — collaboration and communication come naturally.
   
• Self-motivated and proactive — you anticipate challenges and take initiative to solve them.
   

Schedule

2nd Shift – Four 10-Hour Days
Start Time: 3pm-1:15pm
Enjoy three-day weekends every week and a consistent, predictable schedule.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• People-first culture – We believe in teamwork, respect, and continuous learning.
   
• Sustainability-driven mission – Everything we do supports healthier people and a healthier planet.
   
• Opportunities to grow – Learn advanced fabrication, automation, and process improvement.
   
• Strong company values – Collaboration, innovation, kindness, and respect are at our core.
   

Keywords

Fabrication Technician • CNC • Press Brake • Laser Operator • Sheet Metal • Manufacturing • 2nd Shift • 4x10 Schedule • Madison WI • RenewAire • Energy Efficiency • Sustainability • Indoor Air Quality

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required; metal fabrication courses a plus. 

· Minimum of 1 year experience operating sheet metal equipment (laser, punch, panel bender, press brake preferred). 

· 1+ years of relevant manufacturing experience required. 

· Basic computer and math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, and read measurements in inches and feet). 

· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and manufacturing instructions. 

· Strong oral and written communication skills for effective team interaction. 

· Ability to follow detailed instructions and solve problems with a few variables in standard situations.

· Ability to pass a drug screen and background check

· Reliable transportation to maintain consistent attendance and punctuality

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Fine motor skills are required for a variety of functions, especially for wiring components and performing detailed assembly tasks. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. For items over 50 lbs., an assisted device or help from a coworker is used. A variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on the role and specific tasks, and is subject to change based on safety needs. RenewAire prioritizes physical safety for all employees and maintains a safety-first work environment. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to understand issues, problems, and opportunities and make timely, sound decisions. Take responsibility for decisions and understand the impact and implications of decisions and provide feedback as necessary. Communicate with other employees and customers, perform an assortment of administrative tasks, and have personal management skills. Possess advanced customer service skills, the ability to develop professional relationships with customers and employees. Demonstrate attention to detail and exert high effort and focus on very busy days. Must be able to make sound decisions and remain calm under high pressure situations. Must continually identify personal knowledge and perspective gaps and self-educate. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving subassembly parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. Work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment designed for employee comfort and safety. The facility is equipped with noise control measures, resulting in minimal distractions and a steady work atmosphere.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.