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Fabricator

JBT Marel · Stratford, WI · Full time

Posted Oct 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

This is a working mentor role. How do you teach a trainee welding technique while keeping your own work moving?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach hands-on without letting their own quality or output slip.

Tell me about a time you caught a quality problem before it reached the customer.

What they are checking: Whether they own inspections and paperwork as real checks, not boxes to tick.

What would you do

You inspect a trainee's weld and it is not acceptable. How do you tell them?

What they are checking: Whether they can give honest quality feedback that teaches instead of discouraging people.

How do you assign tasks across trainees, welders and production associates when the Team Lead is out?

What they are checking: Whether they can match work to skill level and keep the team moving as the backup lead.

A welder on your team is working unsafely, but they have more years in than you. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will speak up on safety regardless of seniority, which mentors must model.

About the work

Walk me through when you choose TIG over MIG on a job.

What they are checking: Whether they understand that material, thickness and finish needs, like sanitary stainless work, drive process choice.

How do you read a blueprint to select materials, measurements and weld types?

What they are checking: Whether they can work from drawings to tolerance without someone checking each step.

How do you control distortion when welding thin stainless steel?

What they are checking: Whether they know heat control, tacking sequence and fixturing that keep thin material straight.

Why does finish and cleanliness matter so much on process systems for food and beverage?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that rough welds and crevices can harbor bacteria in sanitary equipment.

How do you set up welding equipment for different weld types and materials?

What they are checking: Whether they can choose settings, gas and filler themselves and adjust based on results.

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The full job description

As published by JBT Marel.

A&B Process Systems, located in Stratford WI is seeking a skilled and dedicated Fabricator to join our team at JBT Marel. This role is integral to our operations, serving as a "working" mentor position that exemplifies superior welding and fabrication practices. The successful candidate will ensure customer service standards, quality control, and inspection processes are met, while effectively assigning tasks to team members. Key Responsibilities: • Mentorship and Leadership: Serve as a backup for other Fabricators and Team Lead as needed.Represent JBT professionally at all times by positively mentoring associates.Provide mentoring to Fabricator Trainees, Welders, and Production Associates, leading by example with excellent technique and quality practices. • Welding and Fabrication: Perform welding using TIG and MIG techniques to meet quality standards.Set up welding equipment for various welding types.Read and understand blueprints to select materials, measurements, and weld types, ensuring work is performed to specified tolerances.Handle raw materials occasionally, preparing them for fabrication.Use hand tools for the manufacturing of customer orders. • Quality Assurance and Paperwork: Complete all necessary paperwork and quality checks for team associates.Conduct required inspections to maintain quality standards. • Safety and Compliance: Ensure work areas are clean and orderly.Comply with all safety rules and regulations, including written safety procedures, policies, and work practices.Report all incidents, including injuries, illnesses, near misses, property damage, chemical spills, and fires to a Team Lead immediately.Participate in safety meetings, training, and committees.Report all hazards, unsafe conditions, or unsafe behaviors to a Team Lead.Intervene with co-workers when unsafe behaviors are observed. • Additional Duties: Perform duties as assigned by the Team Lead. Qualifications: • Proven experience in welding and fabrication, with expertise in TIG and MIG techniques. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. • Strong leadership and mentoring skills. • Commitment to safety and quality standards. • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Join our team and contribute to the success and safety of JBT Marel by applying your skills and expertise as a Fabricator. We look forward to welcoming a professional who is passionate about mentoring and leading by example.

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