Job Description

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.Since 1941, we’ve positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers’ unique needs – including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That’s why we say we offer far more than furniture. We’re Furnishing Knowledge.

Location: Manitowoc, WI
Position Type: Full-Time
Shift: 2nd Shift (2pm – 10pm Monday through Friday)
Starting Pay: $21.50 + $2.00 Shift Premium
We are looking for a highly motivated and safety focused Fabrication Technician III to join our team. This role is responsible for operating and adjusting a wide range of fabrication equipment, performing precision inspections, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate and adjust fabrication equipment including Rollformer, CNC Turret, Brake Press, Welder, Laser Machine, Aluminum Machining equipment, and CNC machining centers.
• Set up cutting operations and select appropriate cutting programs.
• Make necessary adjustments to downloaded programs.
• Use precision measuring tools to perform accurate dimensional inspections.
• Identify, document, and report defects or questionable material conditions.
• Train new team members on fabrication processes and equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen events, value stream mapping, layout planning).
• Share ideas to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and enhance efficiency.
• Embrace and adapt to process improvements and operational changes.
• Maintain safety as the highest priority at all times.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• CNC machining experience required
• Experience with Haas vertical milling centers preferred
• Fabrication or manufacturing experience is beneficial but not required
Skills & Abilities
• Strong leadership qualities and teamwork mindset
• Excellent communication and organizational habits
• Basic computer proficiency
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Ability to follow all safety guidelines and procedures
Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Company funded ESOP
• Monthly Goalsharing Bonus program
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life Insurance
• Onsite nurse and physical therapist
• Onsite fitness center
• Education reimbursement

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KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.