Fabrication Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job Title : Machine Fabricator

Department : Fabrication

Reports To :

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Travel : Job Summary

The Machine Fabricator is required to support the Plant Manager by fabricating, assembling, and insulating machinery by using a variety of tools and equipment according to a required specification. Further the position is to perform tasks involved in repairing hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, mechanical, and electrical systems on all production machines and equipment. The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter, a good manager of time, work independently and follow Altor Solutions’ standards for safety and conduct.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Associates at this level are expected to have developed a trade of expertise and have the ability to work independently in the performance of standard maintenance and repairs.
• The following list of major duties represents a composite list of typical duties performed by individuals in this position. Specific duties performed by the incumbent will vary depending upon the facility and / or department within the Company.
• Fabricate components using tools such as lathes, boring machines, mills, plate rollers, grinders, drill presses, and press brakes (experience on each of these tools is not required to start)
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, charts, diagrams
• Use hoists, drills, hand tools, holding devices, cutters, power tools and welding equipment
• Test run machines and observe machine operations
• Perform inspections including pressure and flow tests
• Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools and brushes
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards
• Rework and / or repair assembled equipment and products according to engineering specifications
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures
• Responsible for general maintenance duties on building and machines; including troubleshooting to determine Responsible for following Plant specified job specification, task list and completion of all requirement paperwork.
• Responsible for conducting him / herself in a safe manner and adhering to all required safety protocols and policies, including lockout / tagout.
• Required to wear PPE properly in accordance with company standards.
• Keep the area around your workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; this may include cleaning assigned areas of the building or pieces of equipment as instructed by your supervisor.
• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including working overtime and attending after hour meetings as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements : Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Requirements / Work Experience

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee must frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk and required to reach with hands and arms and stoop / crouch, bend or twist. The employee is occasionally required to push, pull, and / or move material and work in awkward positions, such as underneath equipment, or working around machines in operations area.

Work Environment

The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually high with ear protection required as posted. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.