Fabricator/Welder

Fabricator/Welder 3305 Airport Circle, Pittsburg, KS 66762 $18

• $20 an hour
• Full-time $18
• $20 an hour
• Full-time Progressive Products (PPI) is looking to fill 2 spots for fabricators (with welding experience) for its Apex Stages product line.

PPI is friendly, people-focused, family-owned company, that was named Pittsburg Employer of the Year in 2018. Come join our team!

Summary:

The Fabricator will cut, weld, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment. Good Mechanical aptitude required. Duties/Responsibilities Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job. Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment. Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage. Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded. Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area. Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair. Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints. Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms. Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments. Aluminum welding experience is a plus

Education and Experience:

Completion of Trade School, Welding Certification (GMAW

• FCAW) Minimum 1 years experience required

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead. Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work. Must be able to see details at close range. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times, repeatedly. Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00

• $20.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement

Shift:

8 hour shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Welding:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person