Welder Fabricator
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Job Location:
Putnam, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Welder / Fabricator
Pay Range: $26.00 $38.00 / hour
Role Overview
Are you a rare talent who can design a solution in SolidWorks and then head to the shop floor to TIG weld it into reality We are seeking a Prototype Welder Fabricator to lead manufacturing innovation. This is not a production line job; you will be the bridge between initial concepts and final quality products specializing in high-precision prototyping custom tooling and Lean manufacturing improvements.
Core Responsibilities
- Concept to Reality: Interpret travelers blueprints and sketches to prototype products and custom fixtures that meet rigorous quality standards.
- Design & Optimization: Use SolidWorks to review existing products for cost reduction and design improvements.
- Operational Excellence: Maintain equipment to peak standards and proactively advise supervision on technical hurdles or material issues.
- Problem Solving: Use independent judgment to resolve manufacturing bottlenecks and streamline personal workflow.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify Lean and 6S opportunities to create a more efficient safer and organized shop environment.
- ERP Management: Accurately utilize our management system to track jobs and maintain company standards.
Primary Performance Parameters
- Precision & Timing: Meet all delivery dates for assigned prototype projects.
- Quality First: Ensure every weld and fabricated part meets customer specifications and safety requirements.
- Safety Leadership: Conduct all shop operations with a safety-first mindset.
Required Qualifications
- Technical Expertise: A minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
- Welding Mastery: Expert-level TIG welding skills (particularly on thin-gauge materials) with secondary MIG knowledge.
- Design Software: Firm understanding and functional experience using SolidWorks.
- Fabrication Kit: Proficient with various shop tools including hand tools rolls and inspection gages.
- Blueprint Literacy: Ability to read and interpret complex technical documents and blueprints.
- Soft Skills: A self-starter attitude with excellent communication skills and a genuine belief in continuous improvement.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Pay: Compensation is determined by candidate experience education certifications and specific job-related skills. Comprehensive Benefits: Includes premium health insurance (medical dental vision) and eligibility for an incentive recognition bonus program. Access to training and development to expand your technical certifications.
Apply Today! Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career Join a team that values technical expertise!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability or veteran status.
Key Skills
- Controlling Experience
- Hand Tools
- Calipers
- CNC Laser Cutting
- Plasma Cutting
- Press Brake Machine
- Stamping Press
- Fabrication
- Welding
- Heavy Lifting
- Sign Manufacturing
- Aviation Experience
