At Midwest Fabrication, we believe choosing the right manufacturing partner is about more than fabrication capacity. It’s about working with a team that understands your goals, communicates openly and consistently delivers quality results.
We take pride in building long-term relationships with our customers by providing dependable service, precision workmanship, and manufacturing solutions tailored to each project’s unique requirements. Whether you’re looking for a trusted partner for a single project or ongoing production, we’re committed to helping you succeed.
Our Story
Midwest Fabrication specializes in manufacturing large-scale, heavy-duty equipment and custom metal fabrications for customers across the agricultural, energy and processing industries. Operating from our 76,000-square-foot facility on a 22-acre campus in Grafton, North Dakota, we have the space, equipment and expertise to manage projects of varying sizes and complexity. Our skilled team delivers the craftsmanship and attention to detail required for demanding industrial applications, and we can scale our workforce to meet the needs of larger or specialized projects.
No two jobs are exactly alike. That’s why we approach every project with careful planning, problem-solving and collaboration. By taking the time to understand each customer’s objectives, we develop efficient manufacturing solutions that deliver reliable, high-quality results.
Meet Our Leadership
Duane Jonasson, General Manager
As General Manager, Duane Jonasson oversees all aspects of Midwest Fabrication’s operations, including financial management, production, human resources and administration. His leadership combines extensive financial expertise with years of experience in manufacturing and business operations.
Before joining Midwest Fabrication, Duane served as General Manager for both Kringstad Ironworks and Lean Technologies, where he developed a strong background in fabrication and manufacturing management. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Senior Financial Analyst for Day & Zimmermann, Inc., supporting financial reporting, auditing and project accounting for a large government contracting division. He also spent more than 11 years in the banking industry, serving as Vice President of a North Dakota community bank.
Duane has remained committed to the growth of North Dakota throughout his career. As the Economic Development Director for the City of Grafton, he played a key role in supporting the Marvin Windows expansion, a project that brought more than 500 new jobs to the community.
He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of North Dakota and brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to leading Midwest Fabrication and serving its customers.
Sean Fraser, Purchasing & Quality Manager
Sean Fraser oversees purchasing activities while supporting business planning and operations management. A graduate of the University of North Dakota with a degree in Business Administration, Sean brings expertise in procurement, operations and strategic planning to help drive efficient manufacturing operations.
Mike Held, Business Development
Mike Held brings more than two decades of experience in industrial construction, maintenance and project management to his role at Midwest Fabrication. His career has included leadership positions in project management, maintenance supervision, technical consulting and industrial operations, giving him firsthand knowledge of the challenges manufacturers and industrial facilities face.
Throughout his career, Mike has specialized in industrial installations, maintenance planning, process improvement and project coordination. His technical expertise, combined with experience working directly with plant operations and maintenance teams, allows him to identify practical solutions that improve efficiency, reliability and long-term performance. At Midwest Fabrication, Mike partners with customers to understand their operational needs and connect them with fabrication and manufacturing solutions that help them achieve their business goals.
Duane Johnson, Production Manager
With more than 40 years of experience in welding and metal fabrication, Duane Johnson brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge and industry expertise to his role as production manager at Midwest Fabrication. Since he joined Midwest Fabrication, Duane has been an integral part of the team, helping lead production operations and ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the high standards our customers expect.