Machine Builders Fabrication Technician

28800 Ida St, Valley, Nebraska 68064-8016

About the role

As a vital member of the Global Engineered Manufacturing Solutions (GEMS) team, the Fabrication Technician plays a crucial role in the fabrication, installation, and servicing of complex, proprietary manufacturing systems that support operations worldwide. The Fabrication Technician is responsible for accurately interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to fabricate components and assemblies that meet precise standards. Additional responsibilities include servicing and maintaining installed systems, executing rigging and lifting operations safely, working with complex hydraulic equipment, and operating powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and scissor lifts. Technicians are expected to grow their skills and prepare for advancement. This position requires travel both domestically and internationally, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical drawings to understand project specifications and requirements.
• Fabricate custom components and assemblies using a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.
• Perform welding tasks, including GMAW, GTAW, and SMAW welding, ensuring strong, precise welds that meet project specifications.
• Use tools such as saws, shears, and plasma cutters to accurately cut and shape materials.
• Assemble fabricated parts into final products or subassemblies, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and function.
• Rig and move heavy loads using cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment, following all safety protocols.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards and project specifications, making adjustments as necessary.
• Maintain and perform routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Apply industrial math skills, including measurements, calculations for cutting and assembly, geometric and trigonometric computations, and conversions between metric and imperial units to ensure precision in fabrication tasks.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of materials and equipment.
• Domestic and international travel may be required up to 25% for periods up to two weeks consecutively.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass demonstration and knowledge test relative to mechanical knowledge and welding.
• Ability to safely learn to operate saw, iron worker, shear, cutting torch, drill press, lathe, and mill, brake press.
• Must be able to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints as well as work from verbal instructions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of manufacturing-related technical training program or equivalent experience in a related field (i.e., machining).

Work Environment & Physical Effort

• Average weight of objects handled is 30 lbs.
• Constant standing and frequent walking.
• Lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, turning, and reaching above shoulder level are required.
• Must be able to reach outward and use hand/finger manipulation during work.
• May occasionally be required to climb poles at the EPD test site.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision).
• 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave.
• Work Life Support.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services, and more.

Pay

$30+ per hour

Schedule

1st Shift - Monday-Thursday - 6:00 am-4:00 pm