Shell Fabricator - 1st Shift

The Shell Fabricator operates constant voltage welding equipment, mechanized seam welders, sheet rollers, expanding machine, grinder and jib crane. They fabricate and assemble regulator tank shells with leak proof seams, check parts against blueprints for proper dimensions and locations, and sign off on safety and quality checklists. In this function, you will: Acquire materials daily through use of a forklift per order requirements. Check material specifications, dimensions on shop orders and prints against customer specifications for accuracy. Roll steel sheet into tank shell, seam weld rolled tank shell, run shell through all other machine operations and install necessary components per the order process sheet. Grind excess weld from seams, edges and gasket seats to improve the fit of parts. Scrapes and wipes down unit to ensure it meets applicable customer requirements. Stage completed tank shells for next operation, stamping with employee identification number. Attach shop order to unit with initials signed on it. Operate jib and bridge crane to move and position heavy parts onto machines for each operation. Assist team with the movement of units within the work center. Abide by PQG and all weld quality standards. Support regulator tank kitting as needed. Meet or exceed productivity requirements for the work center. A high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required. Must have a welding certification from an accredited institution AND/OR a minimum of two years of welding & metal fabrication experience. No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Must be able to understand standard shop specifications (shop drawings, process sheets, and measuring equipment etc). Ability to work overtime when required. Ability to lift up to 50 LBS; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations. Ability to wear PPE including safety glasses w/side shields, ear plugs or other hearing protection, steel-toed boots w/meta-tarsals, gloves, respirator, weld helmet, and weld jacket with or without reasonable accommodations.