Welder/Metal Fabricator
Company
New Project, LLC
Location
Brooklyn, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
20–40 an hour
Via
Indeed
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Job Description
A New Project Metal Fabricator should have at least 3 years experience with range of metalworking tools and methods: MIG/TIG, laser, machining, bending/forming. Relevant past experience would include interior architectural work, furniture, sculpture, and unique constructions. An ideal candidate would have demonstrable experience in woodwork, plastics, motors, or mechanisms. Some familiarity with other methods/materials should be evident based on your past experience.
Duties and Responsibility include but are not limited to:
Keeping a very organized, efficient and safe metal shop.
Review drawings and establish effective workflows for production.
Review information with the fabrication team via project management software, whiteboard, and wall posters.
Ability to lift and handle 60 lbs.
Inspect tools and equipment for repairs and/or replacement.
Please include a cover letter and portfolio in your application.
Must be able to work during normal business hours Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and have the ability to work overtime on short notice, including weekends as required.
Duties and Responsibility include but are not limited to:
Keeping a very organized, efficient and safe metal shop.
Review drawings and establish effective workflows for production.
Review information with the fabrication team via project management software, whiteboard, and wall posters.
Ability to lift and handle 60 lbs.
Inspect tools and equipment for repairs and/or replacement.
Please include a cover letter and portfolio in your application.
Must be able to work during normal business hours Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and have the ability to work overtime on short notice, including weekends as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
