Primary Activities & Responsibilities:

• Make (e.g., fabricate, weld, paint, assemble, prepare to ship) proof of concepts, prototypes, pre-production, and photoshoot units under the direction of the engineering team.
• Fabricate parts as needed using plasma cutter, welder, lathe, mill, brake press, and other machine tools as necessary.
• Machine parts with limited drawings, sketches, and computer models.
• Manage R&D shop area and resources for speed of prototyping/testing (keeping the area clear, clean, and organized); ensuring material and equipment is ready for use and available.
• Assist production in launch of new products, creating jigs, fixtures, and other support material.
• Help brainstorm product design and manufacturability.
• Assist with the loading of trucks and trailers for support of testing new products as requested.

Additional Activities & Responsibilities:

• Assist with production fabrication and assembly as needed.
• Assist in the onboarding, training, and continuing education of production welders.
• Skillfully create parts and assemblies that allow ideas to be evaluated efficiently.
• Assist in the testing and verification of components and products keeping the customer in mind.
• Support Production in meeting their goals during busy seasons.
• Continue to grow in professional skills by reading, studying, and trying new approaches to problem solving.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be self-motivated as well as able and willing to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must have the desire to serve others.
• Demonstrated work experience in detail-oriented roles.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong accountability and follow-through skills.
• Excellent organizational skills along with advanced listening and communication skills.
• Demonstrate a high degree of integrity.
• Be a creative problem solver.
• High level of professionalism when communicating with internal/external contacts in difficult situations.
• Affinity for and/or experience with agriculture, sports turf, and property management industries, along with equipment operation.
• Developed ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems.
• Must have unwavering integrity and positivity.
• Must be emotionally intelligent, a humble contributor to group goals and company needs.
• Must be a self-motivated and driven learner with a desire to grow and be developed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in related field
• Proven work experience as a welder, fabricator, engineering technician, or similar role
• Extensive knowledge of and experience in industrial technology
• Proven ability to complete full research and development cycle (brainstorm, proof of concept, prototyping, pre-production build, production release)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have the ability to stand, sit, kneel, and climb for eight hours of the workday.
• Must have the ability to safely lift 55 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be willing to work full-time, in-house.
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Ability to talk or hear to communicate with others via phone, in-person, and/or computer.
• Ability to listen to customers/vendors/colleagues, problem solve, and respond accordingly.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Must have valid drivers license and ability to operate tractors, ATV’s, skid loaders, and other equipment as needed.
• Must have the willingness/ability to obtain a For-Hire operator’s license endorsement.
• Must have the willingness/ability to drive company vehicles with a valid driver’s license.

Environmental Conditions & Travel:

• The employee is exposed to manufacturing and warehouse environments with moderate to loud noise as well as office environments with moderate noise.
• The employee is required to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment while working in the warehouse or manufacturing environments.
• Travel: Less than 5%.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions. ABI Attachments, Inc. reserves the rights to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles, as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the business.
Equal Opportunity Employe

Primary Activities & Responsibilities:

• Make (e.g., fabricate, weld, paint, assemble, prepare to ship) proof of concepts, prototypes, pre-production, and photoshoot units under the direction of the engineering team.
• Fabricate parts as needed using plasma cutter, welder, lathe, mill, brake press, and other machine tools as necessary.
• Machine parts with limited drawings, sketches, and computer models.
• Manage R&D shop area and resources for speed of prototyping/testing (keeping the area clear, clean, and organized); ensuring material and equipment is ready for use and available.
• Assist production in launch of new products, creating jigs, fixtures, and other support material.
• Help brainstorm product design and manufacturability.
• Assist with the loading of trucks and trailers for support of testing new products as requested

Additional Activities & Responsibilities:

• Assist with production fabrication and assembly as needed.
• Assist in the onboarding, training, and continuing education of production welders.
• Skillfully create parts and assemblies that allow ideas to be evaluated efficiently.
• Assist in the testing and verification of components and products keeping the customer in mind.
• Support Production in meeting their goals during busy seasons.
• Continue to grow in professional skills by reading, studying, and trying new approaches to problem solving