Machine Fabricator

Job Title

Machine Fabricator

Fabrication

Production Supervisor

Non Exempt

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The Machine Fabricator role is responsible for supporting the Plant Manager by fabricating, assembling, and insulating machinery using a variety of tools and equipment according to required specifications. The position also repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, mechanical, and electrical systems on all production machines and equipment. The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter, manage time effectively, work independently, and follow Altor Solutions' standards for safety and conduct.

• Fabricate components using tools such as lathes, boring machines, mills, plate rollers, grinders, drill presses, and press brakes (experience on each of these tools is not required to start)
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, charts, diagrams
• Use hoists, drills, hand tools, holding devices, cutters, power tools and welding equipment
• Test run machines and observe machine operations
• Perform inspections including pressure and flow tests
• Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools and brushes
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards
• Rework and/or repair assembled equipment and products according to engineering specifications
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures
• Responsible for general maintenance duties on building and machines; including troubleshooting to determine requirements, following plant specified job specifications, task lists, and completing all required paperwork
• Follow plant specified job specifications, task lists, and complete all required paperwork
• Follow all required safety protocols and policies, including lockout/tagout
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) properly in accordance with company standards
• Keep the area around the workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; this may include cleaning assigned areas of the building or pieces of equipment as instructed by a supervisor
• Work assigned shifts, including overtime and after‑hour meetings as needed
• Other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma / GED. Associate’s degree or technical certificate preferred
• 1-3 years’ experience preferred
• Considerable knowledge of tools, materials, and methods
• Ability to work from drawings and manuals
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem
• Ability to get along with other employees and work well as an individual or on a team
• High attention to detail and self‑motivation skills
• Manufacturing experience preferred

The employee must occasionally lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; must be able to read production tags, labels, inspect parts and identify defects if present. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers; talk and hear.

Frequently required to reach, stoop, bend, squat, stretch, and twist. The employee is routinely required to reach with hands and arms, both above and below shoulder level. Must be able to work in, with, and near machinery and work with hand tools. Must be able to apply critical thinking to perform complex tasks. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hearing protection, safety glasses, steel/composite toe shoes, and gloves.

Hearing protection and PPE is based on job assignment, task, or work area. Must be able to work efficiently and repeatedly with hands and have physical strength, stamina, and coordination to perform duties.

The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments with proximity to other production associates, materials, and machinery. The noise level is usually moderate to high with ear protection required. Moderate exposure to heat, cold, and noise. Work areas may occasionally have wet or damp conditions.

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