Fabricator

We are seeking a 1st shift Fabricator (8am-4:30pm) for our Antioch, IL facility. The Fabricator will be responsible for building, modifying, designing, and repairing machinery and equipment as directed. Directs and controls multiple fabrication projects.

SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Updates project list with Manager, Production Services and coordinates schedule of individual projects
• Participate in designing new and modifying existing equipment and machinery
• Produces prints and drawings as required
• Ensures all phases fabrication are being performed effectively
• Identifies and solves any problems with equipment or personnel
• Build new machinery, equipment, and fixtures, and rebuild and refurbish equipment as needed
• Paint new and refurbished equipment
• Operate fabrication equipment, machines, and tools
• Maintains open communication with maintenance and warehouse to ensure project schedules are met
• Ensures consistent and maximum throughput while maintaining quality
• Ensures that product loss and scrap are kept to a minimum
• Maintains raw material and supply inventories, and notifies purchasing when items need to be ordered
• Trains new hires as well as long-term employees on proper equipment use
• Communicates with maintenance and production to meet fabrication needs
• Complies with and enforces all company policies and procedures
• Keeps plant fabrication/tool area organized and clean at all times

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fabrication systems, processes, and equipment
• Welding processes and equipment
• Mechanical systems and machine design
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as: drawings, prints, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

SKILL IN:

• Welding: MIG and TIG
• Plasma Cutting
• Lathe and Mill Setup / Operation
• Ironworker, Shears, Punch and Dies
• Fabrication Tools and processes                      
• Use of measuring devices such as: caliper and micrometer.
• Operating a forklift.

ABILITY TO:

• Understand technical concepts: Mechanical movement, Forces, and Design
• Work with fellow employees from different teams.
• Oversee projects and due dates.
• Start and maintain project timelines
• Effectively communicate with others
• Problem solves and attention to detail.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3+ years of MIG welding experience
• 3+ years’ experience in machine fabrication and design operations; or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.