Machine Fabricator

About the role

The Machine Fabricator role supports Manufacturing Technology by fabricating, assembling, and installing machinery. Tasks include troubleshooting and repairing various systems on production machines and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate components using tools such as lathes, welders, mills, plate rollers, grinders, drill presses, and press brakes
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, charts, diagrams
• Use hoists, drills, hand tools, holding devices, cutters, power tools and welding equipment
• Test run machines and observe machine operations
• Perform inspections including pressure and flow tests
• Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools and brushes
• Rework and/or repair assembled equipment and products according to engineering specifications
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures
• Responsible for general maintenance duties on building and machines; including troubleshooting to determine corrective action required
• Follow Plant specified job specification, task list and completion of all requirement paperwork
• Conduct work in a safe manner and adhere to all required safety protocols and policies, including lockout/tagout
• Wear PPE properly in accordance with company standards
• Keep the area around your workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; this may include cleaning assigned areas of the building or pieces of equipment as instructed by your supervisor
• Work assigned shifts, including working overtime and attending after hour meetings as needed
• Evaluate machine condition, diagnose issues, recommend repairs, and perform maintenance on equipment at all Altor manufacturing locations as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED
• Associates Degree or technical certificate preferred
• 1-3 years’ experience preferred
• Considerable knowledge of tools, materials, and methods
• Ability to work from drawings and manuals
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem
• Ability to get along with other employees and work well as an individual or on a team
• High attention to detail and self-motivation skills
• Mechanical experience preferred

Core Values

• Accountability: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization and Learning Agility
• Innovation: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork
• Integrity: Honesty, Consistency & Dependability and Commitment to Excellence
• Adaptability: Communication, Results Oriented and Flexibility
• Caring: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy
• Passion: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility and Respect

Physical Demands

• Sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers; talk and hear
• Reach, stoop, bend, squat, stretch, and twist
• Stand and walk
• Reach with hands and arms, both above and below shoulder level
• Lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Read production tags, labels, inspect parts and identify defects if present
• Apply critical thinking to perform complex tasks
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hearing protection, safety glasses and steel/composite toe shoes, and gloves
• Work in, with, and near machinery and work with hand tools

Work Environment

• Proximity to other production associates, materials, and machinery
• Moderate to high noise level with ear protection required
• Moderate exposure to heat, cold, and noise
• Occasional wet or damp conditions