Fitter​/Welder; Fabrication Springfield, IL

Company Description

REEL USA Corp. is the US entity of REEL International’s, and sister company of REEL-COH Inc. based in Quebec, Canada, with 80 years of experience in the custom design and manufacturing, inspection, service, refurbishment and modernization of lifting, handling and manufacturing systems , which qualifies us as one of the global leaders in this field. Over 3,500 employees are contributing to the success of REEL globally, with over 400 employees in the North American Division throughout USA and Canada.

It’s our objective to develop furthermore the US market and to expand our business accordingly by building and maintaining strong business relationships with important clients.

REEL USA has an exciting opportunity for a Fitter/Welder (Fabrication) with knowledge, skills, and experience to support the fabrication of the lifting equipment. All work tasks are performed in a safe manner while following plant policies and procedures. The Fitter/Welder (Fabrication) will work on-site at the Springfield, IL location.

• Would you like to contribute to building equipment that lasts?
• Are you a positive, hard-working, energetic, motivated, and safety conscious individual?
• Are you known for your integrity…for always doing the right thing?

In this role, your primary duty will be to fabricate from blueprints by preparing components to be fit and welded. This role requires a safety mind-set, self-motivated person with a positive attitude, a ton of good energy, and effective time management. A successful candidate will be someone who can:

• Work in a safe manner. Actively participates in REEL's safety, health, and environmental programs. Attends scheduled team meetings and completes safety training requirements. Keeps work area safe and clean.
• Fabrication and assembly of structural steel details by drilling, punching holes, grinding, cutting, tack welding, fastening, bolting, or bending and shaping structural steel into the desired pattern.
• Setting up and operating trade machinery such as band saws, radial drill presses, manual and automatic oxyfuel cutting, flux cored arc welding (FCAW).
• Planning the sequence of tasks and deciding how to cut steel in the most cost-effective manner.
• Read and interpret manufacturing plans or blueprints both imperial (inches and feet) and metric systems.
• Handle and move parts, assemblies, and equipment, using overhead crane, truck lift or similar lifting equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of installations, modifications, and repairs.
• Ensure all mechanical components are assembled and installed as per manufacturers’ recommendations, industry standards and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree or certificate in industrial or manufacturing assembly.
• 5 + years of welding experience.
• Strong background related to fitting skills on large fabrications requiring tight tolerances.
• Willing and able to work collaboratively in a team-based environment. Strong written and verbal communication and active listening skills. Able to work independently as well. Self-motivated with a track record of dependability including work history.
• A proven positive safety, health, and environmental record. Familiar with topics such as personal protective equipment, confined space entry, lockout / tagout, hot work, safe work permitting, emergency response, and hazard awareness.
• Accurate and consistent in performing tasks. Familiar with safe and effective use of basic hand tools.
• Ability to successfully complete welding tests (AWS D1.1 certifications are a plus).
• Skilled in measuring and layout techniques.
• Hands‑on experience with hand and pneumatic tools, including welding equipment.
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