Fabricator/Welder
Fabricator/Welder
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Job Description
Why Work for Us
Were a family owned business serving the Midwest and beyond with custom quality sheet metal parts and assemblies for over four generations. When our greatgrandfather started this company in Racine WI making iron parts for pot belly stoves he never would have dreamed that Jensens would still be around 100 years later growing and still fabricating metal but now with cutting edge fiber optic technology. Over the years we have been proud to remain a part of the Racine community while expanding into the international market.
At Jensen Metal Products we have long tenured employees. We offer a safe clean working environment with state of the art modern manufacturing and inspection equipment. We have room for growth and advancement and offer inhouse Weld State Certification. Join us as we embark in an exciting journey of transforming raw materials into precisionengineered solutions.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance: Health Dental and Vision plans are available
- Health Reimbursement: We provide a generous health reimbursement when you reach your outofpocket health insurance deductible
- 401(k) Matching: Company matches for participating employees up to 4%
- Holidays and Paid Time Off: We offer paid holidays and generous paid time off to support worklife balance
- Insurance Options: Disability and Life insurance options available
- Safety PPE Allowance: For safety footwear and prescription safety glasses
- Weekly Pay: Enjoy the convenience of receiving your pay on a weekly basis
- Profit Sharing: Available for eligible employees
- Team Events: We celebrate our employees dedication through social gatherings
- Employee Recognition: We celebrate and acknowledge the hard work and achievements of our team members
- Training and Development: We offer opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth
Shift Availability
We are hiring for both first and second shift.
First Shift: Monday through Thursday 5:00am 3:30pm with occasional overtime on Fridays.
Second Shift: Monday through Thursday 3:30pm 2:00am with occasional overtime on Fridays. Second shift includes a $1.50/hr. shift premium.
Position Summary
Our company is looking for a highly talented Fabricator/Welder to join our team. The Fabricator/Welder plays a crucial role in the manufacturing process responsible for fabricating and welding metal components and structures according to engineering drawings blueprints and specifications. This role requires a skilled professional with expertise in metal fabrication techniques welding processes and equipment operation. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills including proficiency in welding procedures and metalworking tools along with a commitment to safety quality and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Interpret blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (i.e. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
- Align components using calipers rulers etc. and clamp pieces
- Weld components using manual or semiautomatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical horizontal or overhead)
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Positive attitude and respect fellow employees
- Ability to perform well as a team
- Selfmotivator and must be flexible to accommodate needs of your team
- Safety minded when performing task
- Ability and willingness to learn and be trained
- Outstanding attention to detail
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent certification
- A minimum of 2 years experience as a welder
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG MMA etc.)
- Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws squares calipers etc.)
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (faceshield gloves etc.) Must have own faceshield
- 5S is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs
- Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required
- Professional Certification (i.e. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus
Physical Demands
- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms hands fingers legs and moving your whole body such as lifting balancing walking stooping handling of materials and operating machinery.
- Perform repetitive motions using your hands and fingers such as but not limited to grasping gripping and holding.
- Carrying & lifting 10 50lbs. frequently
Employment Type
Full-Time
