Fabricator 1st Shift

Benefits

• Competitive wage ($25/hr. +)
• Company paid health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and productivity bonus
• Opportunity for career stability and growth
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Protective personal equipment is provided, or cost of purchase is reimbursed
• On the job training

Responsibilities

• Perform and document required safety checks on all cranes, welding machines, and tools at the start of each shift and continuously throughout the workday.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, weld symbols, and fabrication layouts to plan work activities.
• Select, order, receive, and inspect materials; utilize materials efficiently and responsibly.
• Perform TIG, MIG, flux-core, sub-arc, spot, and seam welding in accordance with company standards and applicable codes.
• Conduct hand grinding, finishing, and polishing to required specifications.
• Monitor and inspect own work for quality and compliance; consult with Plant Superintendent and/or Quality Control when clarification is needed.
• Complete all required production, quality, and project documentation accurately and timely.
• Advise and support other fabrication personnel as necessary.
• Consistently meet or exceed customer quality, schedule, and workmanship requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 95% success rate on X-ray weld inspections.
• Operate cranes, hoists, and forklifts as required; successfully complete all required equipment and safety training.
• Safely and properly operate fabrication equipment including drill presses, angle rolls, plasma cutters, shears, and hand tools.
• Perform hydrostatic testing of vessels per established procedures.
• Prepare finished projects for shipment to customers.
• Perform housekeeping duties and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Abilities and Qualifications

• Proficient in TIG, MIG, flux-core, sub-arc, spot, and seam welding techniques.
• Above-average mechanical aptitude with strong math skills, particularly fractions and decimals.
• Ability to accurately read and use measuring devices including tape measures, calipers, and other precision instruments.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
• Reading and writing proficiency required.

Equipment Knowledge

• Demonstrated fluency in welding equipment, including setup, adjustment, troubleshooting, and safe operation of TIG, MIG, flux-core, sub-arc, spot, and seam welding machines.
• Knowledge of welding parameters, consumables, shielding gases, and material-specific requirements.
• Proficient use of pneumatic tools as provided by the company.
• Skilled use of hand tools required to complete fabrication and welding tasks.
• Ability to safely operate cranes, hoists, forklifts, and material-handling equipment.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of advanced TIG, MIG, flux-core, spot, and seam welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, ASME codes, and weld symbols.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while meeting team and production expectations.
• Understanding of and adherence to company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Commitment to complying with all safety rules and regulations.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong, respectful, communication skills; ability to work as part of a team and assist with training other employees.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and quality workmanship.

Physical Requirements

• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Closed vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus required.
• Ability to wear required PPE for the duration of the shift, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes.
• Frequent light lifting of objects up to 15 pounds.
• Frequent moderate lifting of objects ranging from 15 to 45 pounds.