About the role
Description
Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.
Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.
That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.
We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.
Your Mission:
Performs basic beveling, grinding, and material preparation tasks under close supervision while learning shop processes, safety standards, and equipment operation.
Explore the Depth of the Role: Assist with beveling operations using hand grinders and basic tools
Clean and prepare materials for cutting and welding
Support layout work under supervision
Maintain clean and organized work area
Follow all safety procedures and company policies
Assist in equipment setup and material handling
Complete assigned tasks with guidance from senior team members
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Mission Readiness:
High school diploma or GED
0–2 years of manufacturing, welding, or related experience preferred
Basic ability to read measuring tools (tape measures, calipers)
Familiar with blueprint readings
Willingness to learn GD&T concepts
Basic math skills
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to work safely in a team environment
Travel Requirements:
Between facilities as needed
Physical Requirements:
May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.
Become a part of our Builders and you too can... Uphold Safety and Quality Standards Embody Team Spirit Relentless Customer Focus Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism Execute with Excellence and Velocity What Keel will build for you: Comprehensive Benefit Package Competitive Pay 401(k) Match HSA/FSA Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities Shift Differentials Overtime Potential Paid on the Job Training Certification Sponsorship Opportunities Committed to Individual Career Growth We Do Fun Things, Plus More! Need Assistance? If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email talent@keelusa.com with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans What we build, builds us.