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Fitter – Welding Support

1/28/2026

The Fitter will fit and align components prior to welding and assist with material handling to ensure welders have the necessary supplies. This role also involves operating forklifts and maintaining organization in the work area.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Valley Craft Industries designs, develops and manufactures professional grade material handling, drum handling, and storage solutions, including a broad array of proprietary and custom products. Valley Craft was established in 1953 when Carl Weinmann introduced the first hand truck with a brake. Over the last six decades, Valley Craft has grown to become a world class manufacturer known for its expertise in producing rugged and versatile hand trucks, carts, trailers, portable lifts, hydraulic drum handling devices, and storage equipment. At Valley Craft, we take pride in our heritage of building high quality American-made products to handle and store materials more safely, more securely, and more efficiently. On the shores of beautiful Lake Pepin, in Lake City, Minnesota, Valley Craft is staffed by a committed and loyal team of employees -- fully one-third of our associates have been with the company for more than 25 years. We think, feel, and act like a family and, like a family, we share core values: Respect, Integrity, Openness, Enthusiasm, and Commitment. A family company since its inception more than 60 years ago, Valley Craft is currently led by its third private owner - Minnesota businessman Dennis Campbell, who acquired substantially all of the assets of Valley Craft Inc. from Liberty Diversified International in 2012.
About the Role

Description

Fitter – Welding Support (Cabinet Cell) 


Company Overview 

Valley Craft Industries is a local manufacturer of high-quality metal storage and material-handling products used by customers across the country. We provide steady, year-round work in a clean, organized, and safety-focused shop. Our team members value the stability, consistent schedules, and opportunities to build long-term careers with us. 


Position Summary  
Valley Craft Industries has immediate openings for Fitters to support our Cabinet Cell welding operations on 1st shift, Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM. This role combines light fitting and fabrication support with material handling responsibilities to ensure welders have the parts, materials, and supplies needed to remain productive. 

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment, supporting welding operations, and contributing to production flow. 


Essential Functions: 

  • Fit and align basic components and parts prior to welding 
  • Assist with positioning and staging materials at weld booths 
  • Deliver raw materials, components, and supplies to welders in a timely manner 
  • Remove finished parts from weld booths and transport to the next operation 
  • Operate forklift to move pallets, racks, and large materials 
  • Use hand carts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment 
  • Ensure welders are stocked with necessary parts, hardware, and consumables 
  • Perform basic inspection of parts for obvious defects or damage 
  • Maintain organization of material storage and cabinet cell work areas 
  • Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards 
  • Perform other duties as assigned 

Experience & Qualifications: 

  • Previous manufacturing, fabrication, or material handling experience preferred 
  • Forklift experience required (certification preferred or willingness to be trained) 
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs 
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods 
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand tools preferred 
  • Reliable attendance and ability to work as part of a team 

Preferred Skills: 

  • Exposure to welding or fabrication environments 
  • Basic understanding of shop drawings or part orientation 
  • Experience supporting production cells 

Benefits 

  • Competitive pay based on experience 
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Nine (9) paid holidays 
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • Enjoy a 4-day workweek with consistent hours and overtime opportunities when production is high 
  • Clean, organized, and safety-focused shop 
  • Training and advancement opportunities 

Valley Craft Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. 

Key Skills
FittingFabricationMaterial HandlingForklift OperationInspectionMechanical AptitudeTeamworkWelding Support
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Benefits
Competitive PayPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401k
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