Fabrication Welder

Panelmatic•Youngstown, OH

About The Position

Panelmatic, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and skilled Fabrication Welder to produce sheet metal parts that meet dimensional requirements. The role involves setting up and aligning parts according to shop prints, performing welding operations, and completing final fabrication assembly. The welder works individually or as part of a small team to produce metal buildings and enclosures. Panelmatic, founded in 1957 in Youngstown, Ohio, designs and builds custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels for a range of manufacturing industries. Its work includes sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of control packages for domestic and international clients.

Requirements

At least two years of welding experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
At least two years of experience using basic tools such as squares, clamps, fillet gauges, and angle grinders.
At least two years of experience using a shear, brake press, turret punch, CNC laser, ironworker, band saw, welding machine, cutting torch, plasma cutter, grinder, overhead crane, ratchet straps, and other hand tools.
At least two years of experience with applicable Quality Assurance Procedures (QAPs).
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong analytical, observational, and active-listening skills.
High reliability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to pass a physical, drug, driving, and background check.
Ability to push, pull, and lift 50 pounds or more; stoop and bend; and sit, stand, and walk for more than four hours at a time.
Ability to read a tape measure and prints, convert decimals to fractions, and use conversion charts.
Excellent manual dexterity, color vision, and eyesight.
Alignment with company core values.
Passing a welding test is required.

Nice To Haves

1G and 3G Welding certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Forklift operating experience; the posting states two or more years of experience as required in the Preferred Qualifications section.
Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Reference shop prints to determine weld locations and meet specified weld size and length requirements.
MIG weld mild and stainless steel, including spray-transfer MIG welding.
Create basic fittings and perform cope and fit work.
Adjust welding machines to maintain proper welds.
Remove material using grinding processes; finish-grind and surface-finish parts according to departmental requirements.
Read drawings and inspect parts for basic dimensions and against complex engineered drawings.
Perform basic layouts, including positioning and alignment.
Examine weld beads for acceptable attributes and repair improper welds.
Maintain overall dimensions, squareness, and plumb during welding as needed.
Perform tack welding, stud welding, and torch cutting.
Notify the lead person or Inspector when a product is ready for inspection.
Maintain a clean and safe work area and return tools to their proper locations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA; term life; AD&D; short-term disability; and long-term disability.
Panelmatic pays 100% of the medical premium for employee-only coverage.
For other medical coverage levels, Panelmatic pays 80% and the employee pays 20%.
401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 4%.
Scholarships and educational reimbursement.
Paid volunteerism and paid personal and professional development.
PTO and paid holidays.
Career advancement opportunities.
Competitive wages.
Family-friendly environment.