Welder - Fabrication

We are seeking Fabrication Welders experienced in MIG welding:

• Certified with welding equipment (with experience in fabrication).
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments.
• Read Tape Measure, Dial Caliper, Versa Gauge, and other related measuring devices.
• Convert decimals and fractions, related to what shows on the Job Traveler/blueprints.
• Proficiently interpreting mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Able to understand material shrinkage and expansion with the use of heat.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Interpret Job Travelers (work orders)
• Understand cut lists and (BOM) Bill of Materials
• Basic understanding of metallurgy for material used.
• Identify material types and gauges.
• High-school diploma/trade school certificate or equivalent.
• Certified on the battery-operated pallet jack.
• Certified on the over-head crane.

• Layout, fit, MIG weld, and finish tubular‑steel parts with minimal or no supervision according to customer specifications in the allocated time.
• Confirm that all safety measures are in place and operational including welding screens before working.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on welding equipment.
• Measure work‑piece dimensions throughout the frame fabrication operation to assure quality and the ability to replicate.
• Recommend improvements to perform the job more efficiently.
• Maintain a log of preventive maintenance on a daily/weekly schedule according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Alert supervisor of any maintenance on daily/weekly schedule according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Observe tool and machine operation to detect work piece defects or welding machine malfunction.
• Notify the supervisor of any problems and suggested changes that will allow jobs to run more efficiently.
• Finishing of welds as specified by work order.
• Keep work area clean, neat, and orderly and free of trip hazards.
• Consider pallet weight and stacking methods to maintain safe capacity.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned to help us achieve our goals.

• Verify material type and material thickness.
• Check for any material defects or damage.
• Verify finish.
• Verify orientation on every structural member.
• Verify all outside dimensions after tack-up.
• Verify all lead in dimensions of cutouts and holes after tack-up.
• Verify quantity.
• Verify all tapped holes are free of debris.
• Verify weld splatter is removed as required.

• The Fabricator stands for 8‑10 hours per day, walking, stooping, and reaching, as well as frequently lifting manually and/or moving material up to 50 pounds.
• Typical manufacturing environment, subject to dust, metal shavings, machinery oil, and powder coating.

• Safety Glasses--Two forms of eye protection when operating grinders (safety glasses & face shield).
• Use of leather apron/chaps while grinding.
• Safety shoes.
• Gloves/welding sleeves when handling material and welding.
• Welding helmet with approved lens.
• Earplugs while machinery is operating.

If this sounds like a fit for you, please apply at  under Welder - Fabrication
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