Metal Preparation Technician

About Kewaunee, an Oshkosh company

Kewaunee Fabrications is a top-quality, heavy fabrication specialist. Since 1941, we've offered turnkey advantages by providing all aspects of heavy fabrications—manufacturing, engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, blasting, painting and assembly—under one roof. It's what we do. From start to finish, we offer the single-source advantages of greater control and efficiency, improved accuracy and complete accountability. In 1999, Kewaunee Fabrications joined the Oshkosh family and helps transform tomorrow with their innovative heavy fabrication capabilities.

About the Role

Kewaunee Fabrications, an Oshkosh Corporation company, is hiring motivated individuals for our Metal Preparation (Washer) position. In this role, you will prepare metal surfaces for painting and coating by removing contaminants and ensuring proper surface quality. If you take pride in hands-on work and attention to detail, this is a great opportunity to join a stable team that values quality and consistency.

About Kewaunee Fabrications

Kewaunee Fabrications has been a trusted name in heavy fabrication since 1941. We provide complete, in-house solutions including engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, blasting, painting, and assembly. In 1999, we became part of Oshkosh Corporation, a global leader in specialty manufacturing.

Our work culture combines the strength and security of a Fortune 500 company with the hands-on expertise of a dedicated fabrication team.

What We Offer

Starting Pay: $24.87/hour
Shift Premium: +$1.00/hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts
Wage Progression: Increases every 6 months until top pay, then annually

Full Benefits Package (eligible after 30 days), including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match and Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Shift Overview
3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Includes a paid lunch
Always-available, completely voluntary overtime before or after your shift

Key Responsibilities / Your Impact

• Prepare metal surfaces for coating by removing oils, grease, and contaminants
• Operate hand-held and automated washing and surface preparation equipment
• Ensure surfaces meet required cleanliness and profile standards
• Mix and monitor wash solutions to meet company and customer requirements
• Assist with basic prime coat painting as needed
• Move, position, and handle materials safely throughout the process

Every employee is expected to:

• Complete required paperwork, labor reporting, and material tracking
• Work safely and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Perform self-inspections and support quality standards
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
• Assist with training and support team members
• Help in higher-level tasks as needed

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and write with basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow instructions and work with moderate supervision
• Ability to frequently lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds (lifting devices available)

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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