Entry Level Fabricator

Laitram LLC; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram Machinery, Inc. is seeking an Entry Level Fabricator to support sheet metal fabrication at our facility.

You will follow the manufacturing schedule, operate equipment such as extruders and roller strips, unload and move rollers, and assist with assembly and paint operations. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to read blueprints, basic hand-tool use, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Basic hand-tool proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to meet daily production schedule.
• Assemble components into roller pipe assemblies.
• Cross-train on additional roller operations.
• Maintain clean work area and track inventory accuracy.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

English proficiency

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Extruder equipment

Sanding equipment

Job description

Laitram Machinery, Inc. has a position available for an Entry Level Fabricator. This individual will be responsible for helping in all areas related to sheet metal fabricating. For over 70 years, Laitram Machinery has pioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Responsibilities

• Work from manufacturing schedule Operate the extruder to meet daily work schedule Unload used rollers from trucks, crates Move rollers/crates using fork-truck Clean rollers with soda-blaster Operate rubber stripping equipment Operate roller sanding equipment QC check on roller gears, replace out of spec gears Prime and paint roller pipe assemblies Assemble components into new roller pipe assemblies Cross-train – learn to perform other roller operations: extruder, grinding, polishing, finishing. Assist with cycle counts; maintain inventory counts of used roller cores Complete transactions in mfg software with minimal errors (clock-in/out, job on/off, charge material from inventory, receipt material to inventory, scrap material move material from one location to another, etc.) Keep machines/work area clean It is essential that this position is performed at the facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent Be able to identify and use basic hand tools Capable of reading blueprints Fluent in written and spoken English. Capable of becoming proficient operating a fork-truck Capable of learning to operating roller fab equipment – sanding equipment soda blaster, stripping machines Able to work overtime Light domestic travel as required, 1 to 2 weeks pre year. Must be able to meet the functional requirements of the job including the ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend/lean over and lift 50 pounds

Desired Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience Experience in some trade – mechanic, fabrication work, carpentry, machine tools, etc. Advanced education/training – vocational training, college courses, etc. Experience in the seafood or shrimp industry Multiple technical skills – welding, mill/lathe operation, sheet metal, carpentry, auto mechanic, etc. Experience with computer software (MS Office, manufacturing software, etc.)