Welder Fabricator

Fabricates and weld parts, tools, and equipment based upon the requirements of Maintenance, Manufacturing, and Engineering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities of a Maintenance Technician include but not limited to the following:

• Fabrication, and repair of production equipment and parts
• Responsible for ordering parts and materials needed for repairs, projects and to maintain relevant inventory.
• Supports assigned projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, material properties and mathematics.
• Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specification
• Helps engineering with feedback on their designs and drawings.
• Responsible for the equipment and environmental conditions in the workshop.
• Works follows assigned work orders, closes them.
• Maintains a safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in Welding Processes, must be able to weld steel and stainless steel.
• Proficiency in fabrication tools and equipment.
• Ability to design parts and equipment without engineering drawings
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints

·        Must be physically able to work standing and walking for extended periods of time.

·        Must be able to follow verbal and/or written instructions.

• Must be Fork Lift and loader certified or capable to be certified.

·        Must be willing to work overtime.

·        Must be willing to work weekends if needed.

·        Must be willing to work a set schedule.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

·        High School diploma required

·        Trade/Technical schooling (preferred but not required)

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English.

OTHER DESIRED SKILLS

·        Welding of aluminum, TIG processes

·        Knowledge/proficiency with machining equipment (lathes, mills)

·        Computer Aided Design software (CAD

·        Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

·        Ability to prioritize work.

·        Ability to work with little or no direct supervision.

·        Ability to analyze and solve problems.

·        Knowledge Lean Manufacturing

DESIRED TRAITS AND CHARACTERISTICS

·        Self-motivated

·        Team player

·        Positive attitude

·        Desire to succeed

·        Reliable and dependable

·        Attention to detail

·        Good Attendance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Must be able to work standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.