Fabricator/Fitter, Structural Steel & Job Shop Manufacturing
Overview
Fabricator and fitter needed to build and assemble structural steel components in a busy job shop. You will interpret blueprints, BOMs, and orders to plan layout, cutting, drilling, and welding prep for assemblies. You will collaborate with welders and other fabricating operators in a dynamic team on first shift.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build and lay out structural steel components from blueprints and BOMs to meet project specifications
- 2Read drawings to create accurate cut lists and determine lengths, widths, and angles
- 3Mark holes and prepare parts for punching or drilling according to fabrication standards
- 4Fit and tack weldments to ensure proper alignment before final welding
- 5Prepare parts for assembly by cleaning, aligning, and organizing components
- 6Coordinate with welders, press brake, shear and punch press operators to complete jobs efficiently
- 7Maintain a safe, organized work area and comply with shop safety procedures
- 8Review job orders to gather required parts and materials for each project
- 9Support production goals by meeting deadlines and adapting to changing priorities
- 10Work on varied custom projects in a hands on production environment
Requirements10
- 1Hands on fabricating and fitting experience with structural steel components
- 2Strong layout skills with ability to mark and measure from blueprints and BOMs
- 3Ability to read and interpret blueprints and BOMs in fabrication settings
- 4Previous job shop manufacturing experience on varied projects
- 5MIG welding experience with ability to tack and assemble weldments safely and accurately
- 6Experience with flux core and dual shield welding processes
- 7Press brake operation experience in metal fabrication
- 8Shearing experience including setup and operation of steel shears
- 9Punch press experience for punching holes and forming operations
- 10Any welding certifications, apprenticeships, or formal education in fabrication or related fields are a plus
Salary Insight
$50 - $54k per year
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