Fabricator/Welder

Sulzer • Portland, OR

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. About the role We are seeking a highly skilled Fabricator/Welder to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be proficient in MIG and TIG welding, with extensive experience welding stainless steel and fabricating complex assemblies. This role requires strong blueprint-reading skills, the ability to troubleshoot and resolve fabrication challenges, and a commitment to producing high-quality work while maintaining a safe work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of fabrication and welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MIG and TIG welding, with a strong emphasis on stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and fabrication specifications.
• Strong fabrication skills including material layout, cutting, fitting, forming, and assembly.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex build and fabrication challenges.
• Experience safely operating overhead cranes; forklift experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• AWS welding certification or equivalent.
• Experience fabricating custom stainless steel equipment, tanks, piping, or structural assemblies.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience with precision measuring and inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel components and assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, weld procedures, and work instructions.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, fabrication drawings, specifications, and welding process requirements.
• Lay out, measure, mark, cut, fit, and form materials to meet dimensional and quality specifications.
• Fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components and equipment using appropriate welding and fabrication techniques.
• Troubleshoot complex fabrication and assembly issues, utilizing technical expertise and sound judgment to develop effective solutions.
• Perform self-inspections throughout the fabrication process to ensure parts and assemblies conform to print requirements, tolerances, and quality standards.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment, tooling, and welding parameters according to work specifications.
• Perform routine inspections, calibration verification, cleaning, and basic maintenance of welding equipment, machines, torches, cables, and related tools.
• Identify equipment defects and coordinate or perform minor repairs as appropriate to maintain safe and efficient operation.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment to move, position, and secure materials.
• Repair worn or damaged metal components by welding and rebuilding surfaces as required.
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of welding, brazing, and soldering equipment.
• Complete required production, quality, and maintenance documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including equipment, tools, materials, and workstations.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including machine safety requirements, environmental regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local health and safety standards.
• Actively participate in company safety initiatives, hazard identification activities, and continuous improvement programs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid paternal leave
• Gym re-imbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed