EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Vocational school training and/or substantial relevant work experience is required. Work history will be reviewed for stability where applicable and a clean criminal record is required. Must posses the ability to read and write effectively. Must be proficient in mathematics as it relates to mechanical engineering.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to communicate information effectively and accurately.

Fabricator/Welder Responsibilities:

• Must have strong mechanical and spatial skills and knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems combined with excellent welding abilities and fundamental knowledge of all welding procedures and metallurgy.
• Involved in the daily installation, maintenance, service and repair of a wide variety of manufacturing systems in accordance with sketches, and manufacturer’s specifications, using various hand-, power- and welding tools as well as precision-measuring and testing instruments of the maintenance trade.
• Fabricates and assembles structural metal products, such as framework or shells for machinery, ovens, tanks, stacks, and metal parts for buildings and bridges according to job order, verbal instructions, and blueprints: Develops layout and plans sequence of operations, applying knowledge of trigonometry, stock allowances for thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and physical properties of metal.
• Sets up and operates fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, and drill presses. Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Inspects fabricated parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements and / or verifies conformance of work piece to specifications, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Must be able to concentrate in a busy work environment and be detail oriented in order to maintain a high level of quality and a safe working environment.
• Reports time spent, parts used, settings and other job related activities in the CMMS system.
• Provides feedback to planners and supervisors in order to improve routine procedures, part availability and job preparation.
• Responsibilities include exemplary housekeeping and care of machinery and work areas as well as adherence to company policies and guidelines.
• May be required to provide assistance in the plant involving other types of general maintenance work.
• Completes repairs and projects in a safe and timely manner, ensuring that all special PPE is utilized according to company rules and policies, following job related SOP’s.
• Provides training and feedback to the operators and production supervisors
• Inspects work to assure proper installation, maintenance, and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Requisitions supplies, materials, tools, machine parts, and other necessary equipment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must successfully pass application, interview and pre-hire screening process if not currently employed.
• Must successfully complete post hire training, if not currently employed.
• Ability to maintain good working relationship with all co-workers and to use good judgment in recognizing scope of responsibilities.
• Must be mechanically inclined, have good problem solving skills, be able to work independently, and be able to do highly accurate work that requires concentration and physical effort.
• Must have basic computer skills

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to perform firm grasping, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, standing, crouching, sitting, negotiating stairs, ladders, and slippery surfaces in a hot/cold (summer/winter) environment, occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely with, around, and wearing protection for cleaning chemicals, solvents, copper fumes, inks and lubricants
• Must be able to firmly grasp and use hammers, wrenches, and various hand tools during adjustments, repairs, and replacement / change-out operations.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment for assigned duties