Welder/Fabricator

The Welder/Fabricator is responsible for fabricating, fitting, and welding a wide variety of machine parts and components in all welding positions while meeting strict quality, safety, and production standards. This role involves interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings, performing layout and setup work, selecting appropriate welding techniques, and verifying finished products for accuracy and conformance to specifications. The position requires hands-on operation of welding and cutting equipment, use of precision measuring tools, and collaboration with production leaders and team members to complete projects efficiently in a manufacturing environment. Essential Functions This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Fabricate and weld machine parts in all positions o Read and use blueprints, drawings, and engineering instructions to complete work.

o Do basic layout of parts from prints or hand drawings. o Fit and position weldments using appropriate fixtures and jigs. o Verify conformance to specifications using various hand, power, measuring, and precision inspection tools to verify conformance of parts to blueprints. o Select weld technique within recognized procedures to obtain maximum weld strength and alignment on both new or repair/rework items. o Perform set-up and all position welding on a variety of parts and sizes within strict alignment, dimensions, and quality standards. o Use oxy-fuel torch to cut and straighten material as needed to provide quality weldments.

• Manage time to ensure completion of assigned projects within specified time frame.
• Maintain quality and safety standards.
• Operate a forklift or crane when necessary.
• Follow company procedures to complete assignments
• Communicate concerns to supervisor timely.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Language Skills Must be proficient in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions. Also, good oral and written communication skills to interact with employees. Reasoning Ability Must have the ability to read and understand blueprints, engineering drawings, and other manufacturing instructions. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Math Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and to make metric system conversions. Computer Skills Basic computer skills and Manufacturing Software skills are preferred but not required. Qualifications

• Ability to wear required protective clothing and work effectively with various tools.
• Self-starting, positive team player.
• Adaptability to changing work requirements.
• Good attendance and willingness to adjust schedule as requested.

Willingness to cross-train and work in other functional areas of the shop as needed. Education and Experience Requirements High School diploma plus 1-3 years minimum welding and fabricating, or equivalent experience and knowledge. Applicable High School shop classes or additional technical schooling/apprenticeship instruction ideal. Core Competencies

• Achievement Focus Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; recognizes and acts on opportunities; sets and achieves challenging goals; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Business Ethics Inspires the trust of others; keeps commitments; treats people with respect; upholds organizational values; works with integrity and ethically.
• Conflict Resolution Confronts difficult situations; encourages open communications; keeps emotions under control; maintains objectivity; uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts.
• Dependability Commits to doing the best job possible; follows instructions and responds to management direction; keeps commitments; meets attendance and punctuality guidelines; responds to requests for service and assistance; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Job Knowledge Competent in required job skills and knowledge; displays understanding of how job relates to others; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; uses resources effectively.
• Judgment Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision‑making process; makes timely decisions; supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
• Managing Customer Focus Develops new approaches to meeting customer needs; establishes customer service standards; monitors customer satisfaction; promotes customer focus; provides training in customer service delivery.
• Quality Applies feedback to improve performance; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; displays commitment to excellence; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety & Security Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; puts success of team above own interests.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Prolonged periods sitting or standing are required. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in the plant environment. The employee is occasionally near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the plant environment is usually loud.

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Tuition reimbursement

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Welding:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person