Fabricator Level I

Apache Mills•Calhoun, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Apache Mills, Inc. is seeking a Fabricator I to support its Maintenance Team and manufacturing operations. The position conducts fabrication work, including creating, repairing, and modifying components as necessary during the assigned shift, while maintaining acceptable quality. The Fabricator I also assists with repairs throughout the plant and follows safety protocols and procedures. The role requires interpreting blueprints and fabrication specifications; preparing and assembling metal components; operating fabrication equipment and tools; and welding when required by the assignment. The employee inspects completed work, documents production and materials, reports defects and unsafe conditions, and keeps tools and work areas in safe, orderly condition. The position also includes cross-training and other duties assigned by the shift supervisor or lead. This is a full-time position on a 12-hour swing-shift schedule: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The schedule includes every other weekend and may require holiday work when scheduled. Overtime may be required when business needs dictate.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work orders, measurements, and fabrication specifications.
Ability to measure, cut, drill, punch, bend, form, fit, align, and assemble metal components.
Ability to set up, adjust, and operate fabrication equipment and related hand and power tools.
Ability to perform MIG, TIG, or STICK welding when required by the assignment.
Ability to use measuring devices to meet required dimensions and tolerances.
Ability to inspect work and identify quality concerns, defects, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions.
Ability to complete work orders, production records, and material documentation accurately.
Ability to safely handle and move materials, parts, and products.
Ability to follow safety procedures, verbal and written instructions, and supervisor or lead direction.
Ability to meet production, quality, attendance, and productivity expectations and work cooperatively with a team.
Ability to crosstrain and work overtime, including weekends, when business needs require.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work orders, measurements, and fabrication specifications.
Measure, mark, cut, drill, punch, bend, form, fit, align, and assemble metal components.
Set up, adjust, and operate fabrication equipment, including shears, saws, plasma cutters, presses, grinders, drills, and related hand and power tools.
Perform MIG, TIG, or STICK welding when required by the assignment.
Use fixtures, clamps, squares, levels, calipers, tape measures, and other measuring devices to meet required dimensions and tolerances.
Inspect finished work for accuracy, weld quality, appearance, and compliance with specifications.
Promptly identify and report material defects, equipment issues, quality concerns, and unsafe conditions.
Accurately complete work orders, production records, and material documentation.
Safely handle and move raw materials, fabricated parts, and finished products using approved methods and equipment.
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean, organized, and safe conditions.
Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Meet production, quality, attendance, and productivity expectations while working cooperatively with the team.
Crosstrain in related duties and work overtime, including weekends, when required by business needs.
Perform other duties assigned or deemed necessary by the shift supervisor or lead.
Follow verbal and written instructions.
Assist with maintenance repairs throughout the plant.