Welder-Fabricator

Bio Fab Technologies is a custom stainless-steel fabricator that manufactures equipment for the Food and Pharmaceutical industries and with our continued growth we are looking to add an impact player to our team as a Welder-Fabricator.

To weld and fabricate parts, assemblies, and weldments in accordance with specifications and per company standards. Responsible for fitting and welding of stainless steel parts using a TIG process. Structurally sound/quality welds are critical to the performance of welded assembly/weldment.

*** This position is NOT at our headquarters in Pleasant Prairie, WI; it is located at our customer’s location in Waukegan, IL.

• The Welder-Fabricator that holds a lead capacity may also be responsible for training and development of newly onboarded employees.
• Pipe fitting
• Fitting & Tacking the pieces into the weldment – Measuring and clamping the material and then tack welding.
• TIG Welding (GWAT) – TIG is performed the vast majority of the time

• Participate in all safety programs and follow all safety policies and rules.
• Other duties as assigned
• External customers/end-users:
  Aesthetically pleasing & structurally sound welds are critical to customer satisfaction: they are a key component of the "fit and finish" of the product.

• Minimum Education:
  
  High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum Experience:
  
  Hand tool proficiency
• Deadline driven
• Attention to detail is critical
• Able to complete projects independently
• Proven initiative and self-direction. All-in and dedicated.
• Organization skills; able to establish priorities; handle multiple tasks.
• Positive attitude toward Company, supervision, and fellow employees.
• Team worker; works and cooperates with all departments. Consistently, it looks for ways to improve cooperation and communication channels.
• Positive attitude, tact and diplomacy when dealing with vendors and customers
• Flexibility and willingness to respond to customers expediently
• Deal with short lead times
• Fast-paced work environment

• Driving a passenger vehicle.
• This position involves exposure to physical hazards associated with working in a metal fabrication/welding environment 100% of the time. This position also involves indoor/sheltered work. Noise levels exceeding 85 dB are routinely present. Infrequently involves exposure to temperature extremes and fumes/odors consistent with working in a metal fabrication shop.
• Job involves constant standing, as well as climbing over/under equipment and working in awkward positions (squatting, welding on your back or stomach), reaching, bending and stooping.
• Routine lifting of less than 10 lbs and occasionally up to 30 lbs.
• Periodically required to work navigate stairs, take elevators, and climb ladders.
• Periodically required to work in confined spaces.