PAVE Manufacturing specializes in custom manufacturing solutions for the mobility, energy, and automation industries. Its capabilities include metal fabrication, custom electrical assemblies, wiring harnesses, modular electrical buildings, and contract manufacturing. PAVE Manufacturing is dedicated to engineering excellence and delivering custom solutions that power industries worldwide. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and take pride in craftsmanship, they want to hear from you.
PAVE is currently hiring for the following full-time positions in Little Chute, WI:
Utility / General Laborer
The Utility / General Laborer supports daily operations in PAVE’s fabrication shop, including material handling, shipping and receiving, deliveries, facility upkeep, and production support. This position works closely with management and fabrication personnel to maintain an efficient, organized, and safe manufacturing environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Load and unload trucks, organize materials, and maintain shipping and receiving documentation.
- Perform pickups and deliveries to vendors, customers, and job sites.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the shop and company property.
- Assist with facility maintenance, groundskeeping, and general production support.
- Help prepare materials and learn to operate fabrication equipment, including press brakes, lasers, shears, and saws.
- Follow company safety procedures and support daily production needs.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, or general labor experience preferred, but not required.
- Forklift certification or previous forklift experience preferred.
- Ability to meet motor vehicle record (MVR) requirements for authorized drivers.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
- Dependability, attention to detail, and commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-Time
Fabricator Mechanic
The Fabricator Mechanic combines metal fabrication expertise with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. This position is responsible for producing fabricated components to customer specifications while maintaining and repairing field equipment and PAVE’s production equipment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform metal fabrication processes, including cutting, deburring, grinding, shearing, bending, welding, and assembly.
- Read manufacturing drawings and fabricate components to required specifications.
- Work with the Metal Fabrication Coordinator to complete projects on schedule.
- Troubleshoot equipment, identify replacement parts, and perform repairs.
- Develop basic preventive maintenance plans for shop equipment, including welders, shears, and press brakes.
- Coordinate with management, customers, and vendors regarding production and maintenance needs.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Fabrication, Maintenance, or a related field preferred.
- 2–4 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel fabrication.
- Experience with welding, metal cutting, bending, and assembly preferred.
- Ability to read manufacturing drawings and specifications.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-Time
Laser / Press Brake Operator
The Laser / Press Brake Operator is responsible for safely setting up and operating laser cutting and press brake equipment to produce high-quality sheet metal components. This position requires attention to detail, blueprint interpretation, quality inspections, and routine equipment maintenance.
Primary Responsibilities
- Set up and operate laser cutting equipment and press brakes, including program selection and tooling setup.
- Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and fabrication drawings.
- Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.
- Use precision measuring tools to inspect finished components.
- Perform metal finishing, deburring, and surface preparation.
- Conduct routine machine maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and basic troubleshooting.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Qualifications
- Technical diploma or associate degree in fabrication, manufacturing, welding, machining, or a related field strongly preferred.
- Alternatively, 2–4 years of experience operating laser cutting equipment, press brakes, or other CNC fabrication equipment may be considered.
- Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring equipment.
- Basic math, geometry, and computer skills.
- Familiarity with carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel fabrication.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork.
- Ability to work overtime as needed and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-Time
