Fabricator

About Hitachi

• No Job Description: The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide.
• We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products.
• Our strength is our people, and we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe.
• Join us as a Fabricator.

Onsite in Holland, Michigan Why Join Us?

• Career growth and skill development opportunities A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
• At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry.
• When faced with a problem, we find a solution.
• Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.
• Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.
• Fueled by Possible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, weld, and fabricate ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Use fabrication tools and equipment, including MIG and TIG welders, torches, plasma cutters, grinders, clamps, and other tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints to complete work accurately.
• Identify different types of steel and communicate discrepancies or concerns.
• Organize and maintain the work area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Support Skilled Trades, Applications, Controls, and Mechanical Engineering teams in the design, build, programming, and deployment of custom automated equipment and solutions.
• Provide support to other business units and work areas as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of prior industrial experience is preferred; two years of vocational training is also preferred.
• Ability to pass and work within AWS D1.1 qualifications.
• Ability to pass the annual Chromium (VI) medical certification and participate in the annual Chromium (VI) protection training program.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and identify different types of steel.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, including the ability to identify and communicate discrepancies.
• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly preferred.
• Ability to maintain a steady work pace while bending, kneeling, lifting, and loading machines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Ability to obtain Hi-Lo (forklift), aerial platform, and overhead crane licenses, along with Lockout/Tagout training, while employed at JR Automation.
• Ability to provide personal hand tools and a toolbox suitable for the role.
• A recommended tool list will be provided, most setup equipment is supplied by the shop, and tool-bill accounts are available.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with low-quantity runs and available overtime.

Benefits

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting on your first day, and paid parental leave Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects A collaborative, engineering-driven environment

Location

Holland, Michigan, United States Job ID: R0149415 Date Posted: 2026-11-04 Company Name: J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades Job Schedule: Full time

Note

This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

Disclaimer

JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

(EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to [email protected]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.