Sheet Metal Fabricator

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:
The primary duties of the Sheet Metal Fabricator are to repair or fabricate replacements for existing parts or assemblies as well as designing and building custom parts and assemblies.  Primary working materials are various steels, however plastics, rubbers, or composites may be utilized as well.

** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

• Work well with others, fostering a team atmosphere.
• Must adhere/comply with all Company policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.
• Comply with all safety, food safety, and GMP protocols.
• Capable of dismantling equipment, removing defective parts, performing repairs or fabricating replacement parts, and reassembling without supervision.
• Possess the ability and willingness to make suggestions on improvements on replacement part substitutes.
• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in performing MIG, TIG, and Electric Arc welds in repairs or fabrications.
• Be proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools and manual repair equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to design and fabricate custom components utilizing materials including but not limited to: Stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, brass, copper, plastic, and rubber.
• Proficient in the use of shop equipment including but not limited to: Saws, shears, grinders, drill presses, breaks, acetylene torches, plasma cutters, and welders.
• Create drawings for parts or assemblies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with departmental and plant supervision.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Able to read blueprints and mechanical drawings as well as follow directions from manuals.
• Able to interpret work orders and complete them in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and record written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• May be required to work around energized, moving, or rotating production equipment.

Education:
High School or equivalent. 
Completion of a welding or sheet metal fabrication training program or 7-10 years experience in a custom fabrication role.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands Never Seldom Often Always StandingxWalkingxSittingxStooping/Kneeling/Crouching/CrawlingxUse hands to lift or feelxPushing and PullingxReaching with hands/arms above and belowx  Lift / Force Never Seldom Often Always Up to 10 poundsxUp to 25 poundsxUp to 50 poundsxUp to 100 poundsxOver 100 poundsx**If 50 pounds or more, a team lift is required. A team lift consists of two or more people. Audio/Visual Demands Good Fair N/A Hearingx