Fabricator

Hormann Career Portal•Imperial, PA

17d

About The Position

The Fabricator is an integral member of the dock leveler business team. The role fabricates steel subassemblies, supports the development and documentation of dock leveler manufacturing processes, and participates in launching welding, painting, and assembly processes. The Fabricator is accountable for the quality and completion of their work, using blueprints and specifications to ensure components are accurately measured, positioned, and fabricated.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to comprehend blueprints, schematics, and work specifications.
AWS B2.1/B2.1M qualified welder.
Ability to safely lift or move at least 50 pounds; the skills section also specifies the physical ability to lift at least 25 pounds or more.
Ability to safely climb stairs or a ladder.
Ability to work in cold or hot working conditions.
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and kneel.
Versatility in performing different manufacturing tasks and duties.
Analytical problem-solving ability.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and accomplish goals in a timely manner.
Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively as a teammate.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Kanban, and 5S.
Familiarity with ERP systems and concepts; SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

Weld steel subassemblies to AWS B2.1/B2.1M.
Create, prove out, and document dock leveler manufacturing processes, with an emphasis on welding.
Participate as an active member of the launch team implementing welding, painting, and assembly processes.
Take accountability for every aspect of assigned work.
Check workpiece measurements and dimensions using rulers, measuring tapes, or squares.
Position product components according to blueprints and align them using tools such as hammers, pry bars, jacks, or wedges.
Mark cutting locations and manipulate steel by cutting, hammering, bending, or grinding.
Review blueprints, drawings, and specification documents before and during fabrication to ensure accurate completion.
Operate fabrication machines, including grinders, drill presses, brakes, rolls, and shears, to cut, bend, grind, and adjust materials.
Create templates for repetitive fabrication tasks to maintain a consistent standard of work quality.