Welder/Fabricator II (Night Shift)

LED FastStart•Youngsville, LA

4d•$24 - $29

About The Position

A custom metal fabrication company is seeking a Fabricator II to perform welding, fabrication, finishing, maintenance, and production tasks in a manufacturing shop. The role requires proficiency in at least two of three metal types: stainless steel, aluminum, and steel, using TIG and MIG welding procedures. Fabricators follow the company’s Quality Management System, customer specifications, and safety requirements, and inspect, grind, and polish finished products to ensure they meet requirements before release. The position calls for attention to detail, pride in workmanship, and the ability to work efficiently in a safe production environment. Night shift employees receive a $2 per hour pay differential. The schedule is 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with 40 or more hours per week to start. New hires must complete a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.

Requirements

At least 3 years of fabricating experience.
Fabrication skills using stainless steel, aluminum, and/or steel TIG and MIG welding procedures, with proficiency in at least two of the three metal types.
Experience operating fabrication machinery in a manufacturing shop.
Knowledge of safety techniques and terminology.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, concepts, and procedures, with the ability to begin understanding and contributing to more complex jobs.
Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to read, interpret, evaluate, and respond to procedures, specifications, drawings, and requirements.
Understanding of basic mathematics and measurement processes, including length, diameter, and counts.
Ability to read and operate a tape measure and caliper.
Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
Effective verbal, written, and communication skills.
Advanced fabrication and finishing skills, including welding, print reading, examining, grinding, and polishing with appropriate tools.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to complete a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Room to grow based on experience and performance.

Responsibilities

Comply with quality system requirements, specifications, safety requirements, and PPE and uniform rules.
Perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Follow oral instructions and perform required processes.
Inspect equipment for proper operation and mechanical integrity, and maintain assigned or department equipment according to procedures.
Independently read and interpret drawings and specifications to determine operations.
Identify and locate materials and parts for assigned jobs.
Track materials and document project information, including deficiency logs, and maintain accurate time records in project management software.
Occasionally lead groups on projects and mentor new employees for training purposes.
Weld products to customer specifications and company standards using applicable stainless steel, aluminum, and/or steel TIG and MIG procedures; contribute to welding best practices.
Set up and safely operate assigned equipment, including welding machines, band saws, overhead cranes, hammers, pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, grinders, and grainers.
Examine workpieces for defects and select appropriate tools to grind, polish, smooth, and prepare products for final inspection; contribute to finishing best practices.
Assist in other facility areas as needed or assigned, including overtime when necessary.