Welder​/Fabricator

• This position is for a Welder in a job shop and custom fabrication work environment.
• Welders will be given a dimensional drawing to work from with varying information.
• Individuals should gather their materials, cut the material to specifications, square off and set up, tack weld, check for approval from the supervisor and then perform finish welding with clean smooth and strong welds or beads.
• Welders will be performing primarily TIG Welding on stainless steel.
• Able to problem solve and catch blueprint issues before welding something incorrectly
• Collaboration with in-house engineering and off-site customers is required to produce quality products efficiently

• Must have experience in welding Stainless Steel
• Able to take directions with a good attitude and willingness to do more than just welding.
• Must be able to Read Blueprints, Tape Measure, Levels, and Squares for the fit up/ Tacking of stainless-steel frames
• Must be willing to grind and polish frames with angle grinder for a clean cosmetic look.
• Must be able to use Horizontal band saws to cut their own material when needed.
• Able to do math to use fractions and decimals to insure they are tacking up the frames according to the blueprint dimensions given.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time while fabricating and welding.
• Must keep their work area clean.
• Good working knowledge of basic math, trigonometry & geometry must be used in the shop environment.
• Understanding of GTAW welding fundamentals of different types of materials and fixtures.
• Solid understanding of ERP software used in a job shop environment.
• A fabricator must also be able to follow job instructions, comprehend specifications, and determine the correct fixture setup on their own to achieve a quality final product .
• A fabricator must be able to evaluate product quality and adjust as needed for quality products.

• Windows based operating systems
• Experience with job shop ERP software such as Job Boss

• Must be able to be a part of a self-directed work force requiring minimal supervision
• Good communication skills are a must
• Excellent organizational skills are a must
• Excellent time management skills are a must
• Must be able to be a good team member. Team work is a must.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

This job operates in an industrial manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

No travel is expected for this position.

• High School Degree
• 5 years of experience as a TIG/MIG Welder with specific experience in welding stainless-steel

Edgewater Automation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.