Automated Welding Operator - 2nd Shift

NABRICO Marine Products•Ashland City, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

NABRICO Marine Products is hiring a safety-oriented Automated Welding Operator for its barge manufacturing facility in Ashland City, Tennessee. The position performs welding and related fabrication activities in support of barge manufacturing, producing welds to approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), fabrication drawings, and company quality standards. The role calls for experience with FCAW and/or SMAW, the ability to perform fillet welds in multiple positions, and a strong commitment to safety and consistent weld quality. The operator reads and interprets welding symbols and drawings, sets up and adjusts welding equipment, inspects completed welds, prepares materials, and maintains tools and work areas. The position works collaboratively with supervisors, fitters, and production teammates to meet production schedules and quality expectations. Work takes place in a heavy manufacturing and industrial fabrication environment, indoors and outdoors, with exposure to welding operations, sparks, fumes, noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. The work involves crawling, standing, walking, bending, reaching, working in confined spaces, and welding in various positions. Appropriate PPE and compliance with company safety requirements are required.

Requirements

Verifiable experience with FCAW and/or SMAW welding processes.
Ability to perform flat (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) fillet welds.
Ability to read and interpret welding symbols, weld sizes, fabrication drawings, and WPS.
Knowledge of welding techniques, equipment operation, welding parameters, and consumable handling.
Ability to visually identify weld defects and understand basic visual weld quality requirements.
Ability to safely operate welding equipment, grinders, and other steel fabrication tools.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistent, high-quality welds.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, meet production expectations, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Understanding of workplace safety practices and willingness to follow company policies and procedures.
Ability to work effectively with all members of the production team.
Regular and predictable attendance, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work overtime and alternate schedules as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous welding experience in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, marine, or an industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform FCAW and/or SMAW welding in accordance with approved WPS, fabrication drawings, and quality standards.
Perform flat (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) fillet welds while maintaining consistent quality and proper technique.
Read and interpret welding symbols, weld sizes, fabrication drawings, and quality requirements.
Set up, operate, and adjust welding equipment to establish parameters and comply with approved procedures.
Visually inspect completed welds for defects and compliance with quality standards and acceptance criteria.
Identify and communicate defects and concerns to facility leadership.
Maintain appropriate travel speed, weld angle, electrode or wire placement, and heat control.
Prepare weld seams and materials for welding, including cleaning and grinding, and perform related fabrication activities as needed.
Maintain welding equipment, tools, and assigned work areas in safe condition.
Follow company safety policies, procedures, PPE requirements, and best practices.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow housekeeping expectations.
Participate in safety initiatives, quality improvement, and continuous improvement activities.
Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality expectations.
Communicate production progress, equipment concerns, material defects, and other challenges to leadership.
Meet production goals while maintaining safety, workmanship, and quality standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.