Fabrication Fitter - Swing Shift

ANDRITZ AG • Ruston, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

ANDRITZ is seeking an experienced Fabrication Fitter to join its manufacturing team in Ruston, Louisiana. The role involves reading blueprints, fitting and assembling metal components, and performing welding and fabrication work to produce high-quality equipment. It is a hands-on position in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are essential.

The shift is 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM, Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed. A shift differential is available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of welding, fitting, and metal fabrication experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with MIG, Stick, and Flux Core welding processes.
• Working knowledge of oxy-fuel and plasma cutting.
• Experience using fabrication equipment such as saws, shears, punch presses, and cold saws.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, stoop, reach, and perform physical fabrication tasks.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving equipment, fumes, and other shop conditions.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Lay out, position, fit, and secure metal parts and assemblies to specification.
• Tack weld and weld components using GMAW (MIG), SMAW (Stick), and FCAW (Flux Core).
• Use oxy-fuel and plasma cutting equipment.
• Perform measurements and inspections to ensure parts meet quality standards.
• Operate common fabrication tools and equipment.
• Use jib cranes and overhead cranes to move materials and assemblies.
• Follow all safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Assist and support shop helpers and less experienced team members when needed.

Benefits

• Shift differential available for swing shift employees.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Safe, team-focused work environment.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

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