Assembly Mechanical/ Fabricator

Whiting Corporation/Whiting Services•Crete, IL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Assembly Mechanical/Fabricator are responsible for the assembly, precision alignment, calibration, and dismantling of industrial machinery and equipment within a manufacturing plant environment. Tasks include assembling components, tack welding, drilling, measuring, and rigging of large structures. Interpretation of mechanical assembly and engineering drawings and reading work orders is required to plan the layout, alignment and assembly of components using hands, hand tools, bridge cranes or small machines to complete the manufacturing process.

Requirements

Must have 2+ years in reading mechanical and machine drawings.
Must be able to operate a forklift
Must be able to read a measuring tape/ruler
Strong communication skills.
Possess basic computer knowledge and working experience.
HS diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Previous mechanical experience with the assembly of industrial equipment preferred.
Experience in heavy equipment manufacturing industry is preferred.
Prior industrial equipment installation and repair experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Use of hand tools and power tools to trim, cut and fit components into the final product assembly.
Inspect finished pieces to verify dimensions, structural integrity, and conformity to specifications.
Perform repairs and testing of products to meet required standards and specifications.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings and communicate verbally with design engineers to assemble and troubleshoot equipment and parts.
Collaboration with a broader team, including engineers, assemblers, welders and quality control to validate product and process designs.
Use of measurement devices such as a tape measure, rulers, and calipers to troubleshoot and perform critical measurements.
Use of magnetic drill, grinder, saw, hand tools and air powered tools to modify, assemble & fasten components
Tack welding to temporarily position components in preparation for final welding to be completed by certified welders.
Safely operate fork trucks, overhead cranes and jibs.
Utilize ERP system (Epicor) to enter labor hours and job start / completion transactions.
Follow safety guidelines for safe operation of all equipment. Use company required PPE in the working environment (safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, etc.)
Other duties as assigned.