Welding Fabricator
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Welding Fabricator to join our fabrication team. This role is responsible for interpreting blueprints, fabricating heavy industrial weldments, and performing high-quality welding and metal fabrication work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong fabrication experience, attention to detail, and a commitment to workplace safety and craftsmanship.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret and fabricate heavy industrial weldments from blueprints and technical drawings
- Read and apply bills of materials, work orders, and workflow routings
- Set up and fabricate weldments using modern fixturing and layout tables
- Perform fabrication work based on verbal and written instructions
- Complete and maintain required production and work documentation
- Follow OSHA lifting guidelines and all workplace safety standards
- Perform welding operations using:
- SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
- FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding)
- GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)
- GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)
- Conduct material removal, cutting, and heating operations using oxy-fuel torches and carbon arc gouging
- Operate hand drills, hydraulic punches, shears, and other fabrication equipment
- Use overhead cranes, jib cranes, and material handling equipment to move heavy weldments
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Accurately record daily work activities in the company’s computer system
- Support additional production activities as directed by leadership
- Work overtime as needed to meet production demands
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Diploma, GED, or technical/trade school certification required
- Minimum of 5 years of fabrication experience required
- Strong blueprint reading and fabrication skills
- Ability to pass welding and blueprint reading assessments
- Experience working with heavy industrial weldments preferred
- Ability to safely lift and handle heavy materials in accordance with OSHA guidelines
Required Tools & Equipment
Employees are required to provide and maintain:
- Personal hand tools
- Steel-toed footwear
- Prescription safety glasses (if applicable)
Professional Expectations
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Strong initiative and work ethic
- Dependability and consistent attendance
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Desire to learn and grow professionally
- Honesty, integrity, and professionalism
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
Work Environment
This position operates in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment and may require overtime, standing for extended periods, and working around large fabrication equipment and machinery.