Fabricator

Certex USA•Meadow Lands, PA

About The Position

The Fabricator assembles and repairs wire rope and chain products used in industries including construction, energy, mining, lifting and rigging, aerospace, maritime, and other heavy industrial environments. Working alongside experienced team members, the Fabricator receives hands-on training to identify materials, sizes, and configurations and to develop an understanding of their applications. The role safely produces quality products that support operations across these industries. The position involves following work orders and specifications, preparing and handling materials, operating fabrication and testing equipment after required training, inspecting finished products, and maintaining accurate records. It also includes keeping work areas safe and organized and helping with packaging, shipping, receiving, inventory, or deliveries as needed. The work requires considerable physical effort. Employees must wear personal protective equipment in designated areas, lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally, and may need to bend, stretch, twist, reach, push, pull, carry, or perform repeated hand and finger movements. Warehouse conditions may include extreme heat or cold, dirt, dust, and moderate to loud noise. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic reading and math skills needed to understand work orders and complete measurements.
Ability to accurately use a tape measure, digital micrometer, and other measuring tools.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, product specifications, and safety procedures.
Ability to identify or learn wire rope, chain, fittings, and other rigging components.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing safe, quality work.
Ability to manage time, stay organized, and complete assigned work on schedule.
Reliable, willing to learn, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas as directed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally.
Ability to sustain physical effort, including bending, stretching, twisting, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and repeated finger, hand, and wrist movements.
Ability to work in warehouse settings that may involve extreme heat or cold, dirt, dust, and moderate to loud noise.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with cutting machines, swagers, crimping tools, winches, or similar industrial equipment.
Prior experience in construction, the oil industry, mining, aerospace, heavy industrial, or maritime industries.

Responsibilities

Read and follow work orders, drawings, blueprints, capacity tables, product specifications, and safety procedures.
Identify the wire rope, chain, fittings, and other materials needed for each order.
Measure and cut wire rope, chain, and other materials to required lengths.
Fabricate and repair wire rope slings, chain slings, and other lifting assemblies.
Install fittings, hooks, links, sleeves, tags, and labels according to work instructions.
Set up and safely operate cutting equipment, swaging machines, proof testing equipment, and forklifts after completing required training.
Prepare, stage, inspect, store, and handle fabrication materials.
Perform or assist with product testing and quality inspections to ensure finished products meet work order and safety requirements.
Package finished products and assist with shipping, receiving, inventory, or deliveries when needed.
Maintain accurate inventory, production, inspection, and testing records.
Report damaged materials, defective products, equipment problems, or safety concerns to a supervisor.
Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
Work with team members to complete quality products safely and on time.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.