Fabrication Operator

Job Title: Machine Fabricator

Department: Fabrication

Reports To:

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Travel:

The Machine Fabricator is required to support the Plant Manager by fabricating, assembling, and insulating machinery using a variety of tools and equipment according to a required specification. Further the position is to perform tasks involved in repairing hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, mechanical, and electrical systems on all production machines and equipment. The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter, a good manager of time, work independently and follow Altor Solutions' standards for safety and conduct.

• Associates at this level are expected to have developed a trade of expertise and have the ability to work independently in the performance of standard maintenance and repairs.
• The following list of major duties represents a composite list of typical duties performed by individuals in this position. Specific duties performed by the incumbent will vary depending upon the facility and/or department within the Company.
• 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 Responsible for following Plant specified job specification, task list and completion of all requirement paperwork.
• Responsible for conducting him/herself in a safe manner and adhering to all required safety protocols and policies, including lockout/tagout.
• Required to wear PPE properly in accordance with company standards.
• Keep the area around your workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; this may include cleaning assigned areas of the building or pieces of equipment as instructed by your supervisor.
• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including working overtime and attending after hour meetings as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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.

Education Requirements/Work Experience

• 1-3 years' experience preferred
• High school diploma / GED
• Associates Degree or technical certificate 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

Competencies

• Integrity:
  Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner. Speaks openly and truthfully with team members and accepts responsibility for actions. Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality and fosters an environment where integrity, honesty and accountability flourish. Promotes transparent and accountable actions and acts decisively against dishonest conduct. Demonstrates the ability to gain confidence of their employees and customers by respecting the confidentiality and privacy of their concerns and needs and encourages collaboration, trust, foresight and listening between team members.
  
  Considerate of others' points of view and treats others with courtesy and professionalism.
• Accountability:
  Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little to minimal supervision. Consistently meets all deadlines and follows through on completing tasks while holding self and other accountable for actions and/or appointed responsibilities and manages one's own performance to proactively ensure team accountability.
• People Centric/Teamwork:
  Capable of being approached and easy to work with. Contributes to the success of the team, communicates clearly individually and in group settings while treating others with respect. Listens to others and works well within diverse groups. Consistently places team needs over individual needs and seeks input from people with different experiences and perspectives and recognizes the differences of opportunities to learn and gain by…