Fitter - II

NABRICO Marine Products is searching for a career fitter that will be based in our Caruthersville, MO plant. As a Fitter, you’ll lay out, position, align, and fit together fabricated parts of metal according to layouts, work orders, blueprints, schematics, and sketches in preparation for welding. You will also inspect tack-welds completed by the assigned welder, or in some cases their own tack welding work, for conformance to specifications.

NABRICO Marine Products Group comprises manufacturers of barges used to transport cargo on U.S. inland waterways, including dry cargo barges, tank barges, and fiberglass hopper barge covers. The company also provides deck hardware to the marine industry.

• Read blueprints or other specifications.
• May operate overhead crane.
• Measure to specifications - cut and wash with torch (Oxy Fuel).
• Tack-weld.
• Identify parts for assembly in proper order.
• Follow all safety rules and practices.
• May be involved in safety committees or initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Basic knowledge of blueprints, diagrams, or other specification documents.
• Basic fitting skills.
• Must also be able to read tape measure and do simple math calculations using fractions; carpentry math desirable.
• All fitters must pass a tackers test: six-part practical test using an oxy-fuel cutting torch.
• May require working above ground, climbing ladders or stairs to reach objects, comfortable with heights.
• May require working in narrow or confined work spaces for extended periods of time.
• May require extensive kneeling, bending, walking and/or standing for long periods of time.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.