Welding Fabrication Tech

Position Title

Welding Fabrication Technician

Maintenance

Maintenance Supervisor

The Welding Fabrication Technician is responsible for performing fabrication, welding, repair, and modification of plant equipment and components to support safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations. This role includes working from work orders, prints, and verbal instructions while maintaining compliance with all plant safety, quality, and environmental standards. The position requires strong problem‑solving ability and a commitment to continuous improvement, equipment reliability, and Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) initiatives.

• Responsible for fabrication, repair, and modification of factory equipment, including process piping and sanitary weld applications, using MIG, TIG, and Stick welding processes
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to fabricate parts to required specifications
• Cut, grind, fit, and assemble metal components using appropriate shop tools and equipment
• Perform post‑weld finishing (grinding, polishing) to meet sanitary requirements
• Repair production equipment and structural components to support safe and reliable plant operations
• Support maintenance team with fabrication needs during planned and unplanned downtime events
• Utilize precision measuring tools to ensure dimensional accuracy of fabricated parts
• Perform visual inspection of welds and completed assemblies to ensure quality and compliance with standards, identifying non‑compliant weld conditions and taking appropriate corrective action to meet safety and sanitary requirements
• Order materials and components from approved third‑party suppliers as required for fabrication work
• Utilize SAP to track labor time, materials usage, and maintenance activities
• Maintain welding and fabrication equipment in safe operating condition

Follow all plant safety rules including LOTO and hot work permits. Adhere to GMP requirements and participate in safety and quality initiatives. Report unsafe conditions immediately.

Support Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime.

High School Diploma or GED required. Welding certification preferred. Experience in industrial fabrication preferred.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

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