1st and 2nd Shift Welder Fitter

PROCESSBARRON MASTER • Pelham, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Welder Fitter lays out, fits, and fabricates metal components to assemble structural forms, using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements. The role involves welding in multiple positions, working from engineering drawings and specifications, using forming and cutting equipment, and inspecting finished products for quality. The employee may also modify, repair, and assemble existing units, and assist production as needed.

The position requires following safety policies, participating in scheduled safety meetings and the Behavior Based Safety program, and helping maintain a safe work environment. The employee must be capable of working any shift and may be asked to work overtime, be on call, or work seven days a week as needed. Work may take place indoors or outdoors, with access to plant areas that can include heights, confined spaces, ladders, stairs, and tunnels. Conditions may include extreme heat or cold, noise, vibration, oils, dust, fumes, and other particles.

Requirements

• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Basic reading and math skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask with urgency to meet customer needs.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, take instructions from management and co-workers, and work independently as a self-starter.
• Strong attendance and reliability record; safety-oriented approach to work.
• Must be capable of working any shift and, when needed, overtime, on call, or seven days a week.
• Must be physically capable of performing the essential job duties and accessing all plant locations, including areas with heights, confined spaces, ladders or stairs, and tunnels.
• Ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to perform tasks involving standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting.

Responsibilities

• Weld parts in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions, following welding specifications.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications, select welding materials accordingly, and cut metal to the required dimensions.
• Use forming and cutting equipment, hand and power tools, power saws, and portable grinders to fabricate and fit components.
• Design and produce parts to specifications, assist production as needed, and modify, repair, or assemble existing units.
• Evaluate finished products, perform quality checks, and communicate defects to the manager.
• Use precision measuring tools to inspect grooves and angles; use a portable grinder, hand file, or scraper as necessary.
• Attend safety meetings, follow applicable safety policies, maintain a safe work environment, promote safety among co-workers, and participate in the Behavior Based Safety program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed