Pipe Fitter

M. G. Newell•Louisville, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this job is to lead a 2-man (or more) crew and perform pipe fitting for the purpose of repair and new installation of sanitary process piping systems and other applications as required (field and shop). M. G. Newell Corporation has been in business for over a century providing sanitary process components and integrated process systems to the food, dairy, citrus, beverage, pharmaceutical and personal care industries. With divisions in Greensboro, North Carolina; Louisville, Kentucky, and Nashville, Tennessee, our services extend to the Mid-West, MidAtlantic, and Southeastern United States.

Requirements

Fork Truck / Equipment Experience
3-5 years sanitary experience preferred
Willing to travel 75% +/- of the time

Responsibilities

Review job with Project Engineer/ Manager.
Communicate with Engineer/Manager as needed to resolve daily questions that arise and to address any material shortages.
Take all necessary measurements to fit pipe according to plan. Cut and arrange pipe and fittings to provide to welder for welding.
Install pipe after being welded.
Act as M. G. Newell representative on job when Project Manager/Engineer is not available.
Perform welding (tig (GTAW)) for new installations of process piping systems using pre-engineered drawings. Welding must be to sanitary 3A standards.
Perform welding (tig (GTAW) ) for repair of process piping systems as directed. Welding must be to sanitary 3A standards.
Repair leaks, replacing lines, etc.
Rebuild mechanical equipment
Set up welding machines and other equipment as necessary at job site.
Produce sanitary type welds, grind and polish as required.
Assist in setting and installing equipment.
May perform mechanical repairs and new equipment startup on process piping systems.
Attend vendor schools to become proficient in equipment repairs.
Fabricate special orders per shop work order and/or drawings
Maintain welding machine, hand tools, and power tools
Complete reports and paperwork as needed
Assist in completing field service reports
Complete time sheets
Complete expense reports
May respond to emergency repair calls at customer location when necessary. This may be during non-normal working hours.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Perform other duties as required.
Ensure all Plant / M.G. Newell Safety procedures are being followed.