Build a Better Future with Robinson
Brand new facility opening January 2027 in Altoona, IA. Now hiring for select positions.
Incredible job opportunities at Robinson
Robinson is the Future of Iowa Manufacturing
Skilled trades professionals in Altoona, Iowa deserve more than just another manufacturing job. At Robinson, we’re building a workplace where skills are respected, schedules support real lives, and hard work contributes to something bigger.
We are a leading custom metal manufacturer headquartered in De Pere, Wisconsin. With decades of custom metal and electrical manufacturing expertise and a strong reputation for quality, we have expanded into Iowa with a brand-new facility and a people-first approach firmly rooted in Midwestern values.
We’re here to create long-term opportunities for welders, electricians, assemblers, maintenance technicians, and other skilled professionals who want a better place to build their futures.
Building Careers with Purpose and Stability
Robinson is growing because we’ve built our company on the things that skilled trades professionals care about the most.
Career Stability
Founded in Wisconsin in 1975, we offer the resilience of an established manufacturer with a culture that cares.
Employee Ownership
As employee-owners, our team financially benefits from the company’s success. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Predictable Schedules
Work-life balance isn’t just a perk. We provide a variety of in-demand manufacturing work schedules to support employees.
Respect for Skilled Trades
At Robinson, our team members’ professional expertise matters. We value craftsmanship and the pride our people take in doing great work.
Modern Work Environment
Our brand-new Iowa facility is designed for safety, efficiency, and the kind of day-to-day work experience our team deserves.
Built for Better Workdays
Our new 600,000+ square-foot facility in Altoona, Iowa, is designed to support the people who keep manufacturing moving. Our modern, well-equipped work environment will provide the tools, spaces, and systems needed for safe, precise, and productive manufacturing.
Our goal is simple: Create a workplace that works for the people inside it.
- Clean, organized environment
- Temperature controlled
- Built for efficiency
- Prioritizing safety
- Modern tools and equipment
- Designed for long-term growth
At Robinson, our success is your success.
What Does “Employee Ownership” Mean?
Robinson is an employee-owned company. That means the people who help build our success share in it, too.
Employees earn shares as one of their benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Working at an employee-owned company means working for a deeper purpose – building long-term financial stability.
Employee-ownership is just one of the things that make Robinson a stand-out Midwest employer. It’s also why our employees see us as more than “just” a place to work.
We Invest in Our People
At Robinson, your career is built for long term success. We provide opportunities for continuous learning, benefits that support you and your family, and a workplace culture that values balance, teamwork, and personal growth.
Work-Life Balance
A great work schedule makes a big difference. Robinson offers shift structures designed to support employees’ lives outside of work.
With predictable hours and schedules built around balance (4-day workweeks, weekend-only options, and more), our workers can prioritize what matters most.
Built for Learning
We invest in the people who make our work possible. Through training programs, mentorship opportunities, and on-the-floor skills development, employees can grow their expertise.
Whether an employee brings years of manufacturing experience or is just beginning a path in the skilled trades, we’re committed to giving every worker a fulfilling career experience.
Employee Benefits
- Competitive pay
- $4,000 sign-on bonus (select positions)
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for licensed journeyman or master electricians
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus (discretionary)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Monthly employee appreciation events
- Insurance package
- Paid time off
Take Your Next Step
Robinson is bringing new opportunities to Altoona, and we’re just getting started.
If you’re interested in learning more about careers at our new facility, we invite you to stay connected. You’ll be among the first to receive updates on upcoming roles, hiring timelines, and what it’s like to work at Robinson.
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Ready to Make Your Move?
Take the next step toward a career where your skills are valued, your growth matters, and your work contributes to something bigger. Explore current openings and find the role that’s right for you.
