Welder Fabricator
Welder Fabricator
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Job Description
Welder / Fabricator
JOB SUMMARY
This position requires indepth hands on working knowledge of structural steel welding and must be proficient in the use of the tools used in the fabrication process including but not limited to welders grinders bevellers air arc torches measuring tapes Steel Square protractors etc. Fabricate/weld and assemble metal products such as agricultural equipment trailers pallet tops various agricultural machinery and tools. Design and build from scratch often without blueprints. Gather input from end users to guide the design of any particular job. Materials used most often include Steel Stainless Steel and Aluminum. Troubleshoot design flaws and redesign for superior performance. Create jigs and other tools to increase efficiency. Work with a team of 1 additional welder and 4 mechanics on a daily basis. Develops layout and plans sequence of operations applying knowledge of trigonometry stock allowances for thickness machine and welding shrinkage and physical properties of metal. Adhere to all safety procedures and that equipment utilized is in safe working conditions. Keep a clean and well organized work space and shop.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Design and build from scratch often without blueprints...the majority of input will come from end users or existing equipment designs.
- Repair maintain fabricate or customize agricultural machinery and equipment ensuring the availability functioning and safety of required items.
- Machining fabrication materials and components
- Fitting setting and installing equipment
- Cutting and welding with a variety of processes
- Metal forming bending and finishing
- Repair design layout and estimation
- Ability to forecast materials needed in advance for ordering and budgeting reasons on a regular basis.
- Weld components in flat vertical or overhead positions.
- Detects faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notifies supervisors.
- Clamp hold tackweld heatbend grind or bolts component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
- Hammers chips and grinds workpiece to cut bend and straighten metal. Preheat work pieces using a hand torch. Positions aligns fits and welds together parts
- Monitor the fitting burning and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts of warping shrinking distortion or expansion of materials.
- Wear all required PPE and use safe work habits while performing job function.
- Examine work pieces for defects and measures work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Uses hand and power tools to grind bevel fit metals together and remove slag.
- Ability to operate industrial equipment and lift objects/materials not to exceed 50 lbs. If greater than 50 lbs assistance is required from a coworker. Utilize lifting mechanisms when applicable.
- All other duties as needed for the Fleet department.
- Ability to enter work orders into a Fleet software
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years welding/fabrication experience.
- Working knowledge of industrial/welding equipment and following safety procedures.
- Organizational skills and quality assurance are a must.
- Ability to plan and organize work according to Fleet Manager orders. Able to prioritize and work within deadlines.
- Ability to read and follow directions.
- Good attitude and communication skills when working with coworkers and other departments.
- Welding certifications a plus.
- Excellent working knowledge of Mig Welder Tig Welder Stick Welder as well as plasma cutter workhorse pipe bender band saw and torch.
HOURS OF WORK
Regular scheduled workweek is from 40 to 45 hours per week. May have peak periods during summer periods. Start and end times vary depending on organizational needs. Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Regular strenuous lifting bending and stretching.
- Lift and transfer objects up to and over 50 lbs regularly.
- Able to sit stand bend and walk for long periods of time during the day and night.
- Able to drive and operate farm vehicles such as tractors loaders skid steers and other heavy equipment.
- Exposure to outside climate including extreme heat and cold conditions.
- Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to effectively use small hand tools power tools & equipment.
NOTICE
CHERRYLAKE INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DUTIES AT ITS DISCRETION.DFWP EOE & EVERIFY
Employment Type
Full Time
