Fabrication Fitter/Welder

Kloeckner • Indianapolis, IN

3d

About The Position

The Fabrication Fitter/Welder completes assigned welding tasks as part of a team to produce customer fabrication orders accurately and on schedule. The role emphasizes productivity and safety while following company safety protocols. The position reports to the Operations Manager and may be supervised daily by the Production Manager or a Supervisor.

The role involves setting up and operating welding equipment and common hand and power tools; preparing, aligning, and securing parts; inspecting and measuring workpieces; working with a range of metals and alloys; selecting welding tools and materials; monitoring fabrication processes; interpreting technical documents; marking materials; maintaining and repairing parts and equipment; and fabricating products to production specifications. The employee may also perform other related tasks as assigned to support production goals.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of industrial fabrication welding experience.
• Ability to pass a weld test may be required.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and job specifications.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with welding tools and equipment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks.
• Reliable and responsible, with a strong commitment to fulfilling obligations and a demonstrated reliable work history.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing work conditions and tasks.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively.
• Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on precision and quality.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational school or related on-the-job experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hand and power tools used in welding, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Use safety equipment and follow safe work habits and company safety protocols.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies before welding.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure them to verify they meet specifications.
• Weld aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and other alloys; clean surfaces and remove contaminants as needed.
• Select and install torches, tips, filler rods, and flux according to welding specifications and the type and thickness of the metal.
• Monitor fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating, warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan and complete welding work.
• Mark or tag materials with job numbers, piece marks, and other identifiers as required.
• Identify faulty equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
• Clean or degrease parts as needed and repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
• Fabricate products to production specifications, including material thickness, width, length, and welding procedures.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned to support production goals.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance, including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness stipend
• Paid life insurance
• Paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Adoption assistance (financial)
• Adoption and fertility navigation support
• Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED