Fabricator

Alphia • Ogden, UT

24d • Onsite

About The Position

JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary role of this position is building, repairs, and modifications of one-of-a-kind equipment and parts as opposed to repeatedly making the same part. The fabricator’s responsibilities include operating metal machining tools such as press brake, shear, grinders, iron worker, drills, band saw and other machines. This position would be based in Alphia Ogden, Utah headquarters and support operations at 3 plants across the US. 10 to 20% Travel to other plants as needed.

Welcome to Alphia Careers! Hi there! We are Alphia, a leading pet food manufacturer dedicated to providing safe, high-quality food to feed more pets. Our team is committed to ensuring that we consistently provide the highest level of quality and service for our customers. We believe pets are the heart of all families, and we are dedicated to nourish and protect them.

Requirements

• Two years formal fabrication vocational training or 5+ years of applicable experience directly related to metal fabrication (sheet metal through ½ inch)
• Proficient at operating press brake, shear, grinders, iron worker, drills, band saw and other machines.
• Very proficient at wire feed and stick welding on both mild and stainless steel
• Proficient at layout and assemble
• Must have a sense of urgency and good work ethic
• Must be able to convert drawing, sketches, and ideas into a finished product
• The employee must have a full range of body movements including use of hands for handling objects, computer equipment and peripherals, and bending, reaching, and crouching
• Must have command of senses - sight, hearing, touch, and smell
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds with regularity
• Must be able to understand and follow work instructions in English
• Pre-employment background, drug, and skills testing required
• Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices, including appropriate safety equipment apply
• 10 to 20% Travel to other plants as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience making /repairing parts and equipment used in food manufacturing – packaging equipment (baggers, scales, palletizer, conveyors) – processing equipment (extruders, driers, grinders, scales, pneumatic conveying, pumps)
• Experience rebuilding mechanical components - pumps, gear boxes, shafts, conveyors

Responsibilities

• building, repairs, and modifications of one-of-a-kind equipment and parts
• operating metal machining tools such as press brake, shear, grinders, iron worker, drills, band saw and other machines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees