Fabricator Days

Reports to: Plant one Manager Date:

Summary

• The Welder-Fabricator who will read and interpret blueprints and engineering plans. The Welder-Fabricator will use the blueprints along with other data, such as work plans, to develop and design their welding projects.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Laying out, cutting, fitting, measuring and welding metals to create the desired shape of object
• Inspect and test welds and equipment
• Check welds for durability and determine if repairs are needed or if new equipment is needed
• Knowledge of TIG, MIG, and ARC welding processes
• Fabricates and assembles structural metal products, such as framework or shells for machinery, ovens, tanks, stacks, and metal parts
• 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.
• Designs and constructs templates and fixtures.
• Verifies conformance of workpiece to specifications, using square, ruler, and measuring tape.
• May fabricate and assemble sheet metal products.
• May set up and operate machine tools associated with fabricating shops, such as radial drill press, end mill, and edge planer.
• Repair or fabricate replacement components to minimize equipment downtime.
• Skills and Experience
• Ability to use variety of tools and equipment
• Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read blueprints and recognize welding symbols and specifications
• Knowledge of industry safety practices
• Willing to work weekends
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Ability to document repairs and complete electronic work orders.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organizational Culture
• Work safely and follow rules and guidelines for safe work
• Reporting to work on time and with a positive attitude
• Responsible for staying focused on tasks at hand
• Being responsible for work performance and completing tasks throughout the day
• Maintains a good working relationship with co-workers
• Support a positive and steady workflow through the company
• Works with a sense of urgency when needed
• Support, coach or mentor co-workers when needed
• Positively support change throughout the company
• Physical Work Conditions
• Must be able to work in a hot environment
• Must be able to lift varying weights
• Must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment when required