Description

Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Pay: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour (DOE)
Type: Full-time

Start Your Career in Metal Fabrication and Manufacturing

If you enjoy working with your hands, learning fabrication skills, and building things in a professional manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to start your career in metal fabrication.

At LACO Technologies, you’ll work in our metal fabrication shop supporting the production of stainless-steel components used in advanced vacuum and leak testing systems for some of the most innovative companies in the world — including customers like SpaceX, NASA, Apple, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman.

This is an entry-level fabrication role, ideal for candidates with metal shop experience, fabrication training, or welding school

who want to gain hands-on experience in a modern manufacturing environment.

While welding experience is a plus, this role primarily focuses on metal fabrication, finishing, and shop support rather than production welding.

Why Fabrication Technicians Choose LACO

Great entry point into a long-term skilled trades career
Work alongside experienced welders and fabricators
Clean, organized manufacturing and fabrication shop
Stable company with 50+ years of innovation
Exposure to advanced manufacturing and custom systems
Predictable schedule that supports work/life balance
9/80 schedule — every other Friday off
Opportunities to grow into welding, fabrication, or technical roles

Requirements

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Perform glass bead blasting or sandblasting of stainless steel components
Support fabrication and welding operations in the metal shop
Operate fabrication equipment such as band saws, metal rollers, grinders, and polishing tools
Assist with finishing and preparation of fabricated parts
Read and interpret basic fabrication drawings and weld prints
Support fabrication workflow and shop organization
Maintain safe work practices and clean work areas
Lift and move materials up to 50 lbs as needed

What Sets You Apart

1–2 years of metal shop, fabrication, or manufacturing experience
Comfortable using hand tools and fabrication equipment
Strong reliability and work ethic
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong focus on safety and quality
Interest in learning fabrication and manufacturing skills

Bonus Experience (Nice to Have):

Welding school or welding training
TIG or MIG welding exposure
Experience with fabrication equipment
Mechanical or manufacturing background

Career Growth — Start Here and Build Your Skills

This role is designed as a starting point for a fabrication career.

Employees in this position can grow into roles such as:

Welding Technician
Metal Fabricator
Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician

We support career growth through training, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement programs.

Compensation & Benefits That Support You

$19.00 – $21.00 per hour depending on experience
Overtime opportunities
9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
Three weeks PTO starting your first year
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
Company lunches, events, and team culture

About LACO Technologies

LACO Technologies designs and manufactures advanced vacuum and leak testing systems used across aerospace, medical, energy, and advanced manufacturing industries. Our team builds precision systems where quality, craftsmanship, and innovation matter.

For more than 50 years, LACO has partnered with some of the world’s most innovative companies to deliver reliable testing

technology that supports critical products and missions.

Who Thrives Here

You’ll succeed in this role if you:

Enjoy working with tools and hands-on equipment
Take pride in quality workmanship
Want to learn fabrication and manufacturing skills
Are dependable and safety-focused
Want to build a long-term career in skilled trades

Ready to Start Your Fabrication Career?

If you're motivated to learn and want to grow your skills in metal fabrication within a stable manufacturing company, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.