Fitter Welder

About Us:

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

Job Summary:

Panelmatic Inc. is seeking a dedicated and skilled Fitter Welder. The Fitter Welder builds the foundational frames, bases, and assemblies that serve as the structural backbone of Panelmatic’s engineered enclosures. This role combines craftsmanship, precision, and teamwork to ensure each unit is fabricated to specification, meets quality standards, and supports efficient downstream assembly. Operators progress through defined tiers (I–III) based on demonstrated skill, independence, and contribution to team performance.

Job Duties:

• Interpret fabrication and weld drawings accurately to prepare, align, and assemble structural components.
• Perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel in accordance with established quality standards.
• Measure, fit, and align channels, beams, and components using squares, grinders, and layout tools.
• Operate shears, brake press, torches, plasma cutters, and overhead cranes safely and efficiently.
• Conduct finishing work including grinding, cleaning, and verification of conformance to drawings.
• Follow quality assurance procedures, check for distortion, and document inspection results.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas aligned with 5S principles.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors and cross-functional teams regarding materials, progress, and issues.
• Notify the lead person or Inspector when the product is ready for inspection
• Maintains a clean and safe work area each day and returns tools to their proper locations

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in metal fabrication or welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Blueprint and drawing interpretation.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools.
• MIG welding proficiency (mild and stainless steel).
• Structural fit-up and layout accuracy.
• Equipment setup and operation (press brake, plasma cutter, shears).
• Dimensional verification and QA documentation.
• Two plus years of experience in the use basic tools (squares, clamps, fillet gauge, angle grinder, etc.) required
• Two plus years of experience in shear, brake press, turret punch, CNC laser, ironworker, band saw, welding machine,
• Two plus years of experience in shear, brake press, turret punch, CNC laser, ironworker, band saw, welding machine,
• Cutting torch, plasma cutter, grinder, overhead crane, ratchet straps, and other hand tools required
• High levels of organizational and time management skills required
• High levels of organizational and time management skills required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid by Panelmatic for employee-only coverage
• 80% Panelmatic-paid / 20% employee-paid dependent coverage
• 401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 4%
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and professional development
• PTO and paid holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years