OPEX Tooler

trane technologies•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fabrication Technician is responsible for designing and building any in-house fabricated solutions for the manufacturing floor. Will aid in any problem-solving activities requested from inner-plant customers and help to design and execute the fabrication of fixtures, carts or any other custom designs needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma required or GED equivalent required.
MIG and TIG welding skills required
Comprehension of schematics/blueprints.
Self-starter and motivated to brainstorm and execute solutions
Willingness to change, flex and learn
Self-motivated
Teamwork
Pride in workmanship
Innovative
Customer Focused
Critical Thinking
Basic Computer Skills
Standard Work Adherencecross-functional

Nice To Haves

Degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology or equivalent preferred.
Experience with Industrial and fabrication machinery preferred.
Three (3) plus years of experience in manufacturing or fabrication field is preferred.
Strong mechanical skills.
Basic electrical skills preferred.
Basic machining skills including surface grinders, lathes, vertical milling machines preferred.
Knowledge of Hydraulic/pneumatic systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

Ability to work with cross-function teams to provide solutions quickly and efficiently to manufacturing and material handling-related issues
Ability to fabricate equipment and fixtures, including assembling materials with fasteners, welding, cutting, bending, drilling, etc., a variety of metals, plastics, wood or any other materials required
Works through a work order system to prioritize projects and manage customer expectations
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment to accomplish large projects, as well as self-management skills when working on smaller tasks
Communicates consistently with internal customers regarding the status of requests
Constructs sketches of mechanical or construction alterations/installations
Prepares bills of material on jobs requiring major material use and initiates purchase requisitions.
Uses various material handling equipment such as hoists, carts, lifts, fork trucks, and hand trucks in moving light to heavy weight material.