Steel Fabricator

SUGAR CANE GROWERS COOPERATIVE OF FLORIDA • BELLE GLADE, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the fabrication, assembly, and repair of steel components. Work involves using a variety of tools and equipment to cut, weld, and fabricate metal according to technical specifications, while ensuring all tasks comply with safety regulations and quality standards. Work is performed under minimal supervision with considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. Position relies on experience to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of experience as a fabricator, including some previous lead-worker responsibility or demonstrated ability to lead the work of others; OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.
• Skill in welding, cutting, and fabrication
• Thorough knowledge of steel fabrication and repair techniques
• Thorough knowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards related to equipment operation
• Skill in using mathematics required for the work
• Ability to adapt quickly to a multicultural environment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment to cut, weld, and fabricate metal
• Ability to teach reliability best practices, condition monitoring, and precision methods
• Ability to plan, assign, and guide the work of assigned staff
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors and senior workers
• Ability to follow public safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe manner
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
• Ability to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job duties

Nice To Haves

• Technical or vocational training in metal fabrication fundamentals, or related field
• Bilingual – English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints drawings, and specifications to determine fabrication requirements
• Measures, marks, and cuts steel materials using manual tools such as saws, torches, and grinders
• Shapes and assembles steel components using hand tools and conventional fabrication equipment
• Performs welding tasks (MIG, TIG, or stick) as needed to join metal parts
• Operates equipment such as drill presses, ironworkers, and press brakes (manual)
• Inspects finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications
• Maintains a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards
• Works collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goals
• Ensures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
• Follows organizational safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Employee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)
• 401(k) program with highly competitive match
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED