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 Us

Kewaunee Fabrications has been a trusted leader in heavy fabrication since 1941. We offer turnkey services—including manufacturing, engineering, welding, machining, painting, and assembly—all under one roof. As part of the Oshkosh Corporation family since 1999, we help shape the future with innovative capabilities and a commitment to quality.

What You Can ExpectCompetitive Pay (Based on Experience)

Starting rate: $25.95 per hour

Shift premium: $1.00 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts

Wage increases every 6 months until top pay, then annually

Voluntary Overtime

All overtime is optional

Comprehensive Benefits Package (Effective After 30 Days)

Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Disability and life insurance

401(k) and pension plan

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Employee wellness programs

Stock purchase and employee discount programs

Shift Options

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

All shifts include a paid lunch.
Voluntary overtime is available before or after your scheduled shift.

Essential Functions

Proficiently prepare, apply, and verify customer coating and surface preparation requirements

Ensure substrates are clean and free of contaminants like dirt or oil

Mix and apply coatings according to manufacturer specifications

Avoid defects such as runs, sags, thin spots, and ensure proper dry/cure times

Adjust paint and process parameters based on humidity, temperature, or anomalies

Repair or blend coating defects to a high standard of finish

Ensure uniform coating thickness using wet mil or dry film gauges

Perform daily and weekly cleaning and preventive maintenance on painting/mixing equipment

Maintain effectiveness and code compliance of grounding and air filtration systems

General Employee Expectations

All employees are expected to:

Complete all required paperwork, including labor reporting and quality documentation

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area

Perform self-inspections and other quality control tasks at the workstation

Conduct preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment

Assist in the training and development of personnel

Perform work at lower classification levels when assigned

Carry out other duties as directed by supervision

Required Qualifications

Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to read and write

Able to work independently with moderate supervision

Physical Requirements:

Frequent lifting/carrying of up to 35 lbs

Occasional lifting (3–6 times per shift) of 65–70 lb paint pails

Use of lifting devices encouraged and available

Must pass a physical exam required for respirator use

Must be able to enter confined spaces as required

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or technical school training

One to three years of painting experience

Previous experience in a manufacturing 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 corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

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.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.