Fabrication Welder

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Fabricator to join our manufacturing team on first shift. You will fabricate, fit, and assemble structural steel components per engineering drawings and specs.

This role emphasizes precise layout, measurement, and quality workmanship. You will operate magnetic drills, ironworkers, saws, and cutting equipment, and safely position materials using cranes.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld/bolt specs.
• Layout, fit, and assemble structural steel components.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances before final weld.
• Operate fabrication equipment safely and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shop drawings, weld symbols, bolt callouts, and fabrication specifications.
• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to project requirements.
• Square, level, and align assemblies prior to welding and final fabrication.
• Verify dimensions, measurements, and tolerances before final assembly and weld-out.
• Identify and work with structural materials, including wide flange beams, hollow structural sections, channels, angles, and plate steel.
• Fabricate components such as shear tabs, clip angles, base plates, and structural connections.
• Use measuring and layout tools to ensure fabrication accuracy.
• Operate fabrication equipment including magnetic drills, ironworkers, saws, and cutting equipment.
• Utilize overhead cranes and rigging equipment to safely position and move materials.
• Maintain production schedules while meeting quality and safety requirements.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Read shop drawings

Layout and fit

Measuring & tolerances

Structural steel materials

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Magnetic drills

Ironworkers

Saws

Cutting equipment

Job description

Structural Steel Fabricator

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Fabricator to join a manufacturing team on first shift. This position is responsible for fabricating, fitting, and assembling structural steel components according to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

Job Duties

• Read and interpret shop drawings, weld symbols, bolt callouts, and fabrication specifications
• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to project requirements
• Square, level, and align assemblies prior to welding and final fabrication
• Verify dimensions, measurements, and tolerances before final assembly and weld-out
• Identify and work with structural materials, including wide flange beams, hollow structural sections, channels, angles, and plate steel
• Fabricate components such as shear tabs, clip angles, base plates, and structural connections
• Use measuring and layout tools to ensure fabrication accuracy
• Operate fabrication equipment including magnetic drills, ironworkers, saws, and cutting equipment
• Utilize overhead cranes and rigging equipment to safely position and move materials
• Maintain production schedules while meeting quality and safety requirements
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe

Qualifications

• Previous structural steel fabrication experience required
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and technical specifications
• Strong layout, measuring, and fitting skills
• Experience working with structural steel materials and assemblies
• Ability to safely operate fabrication equipment and tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, move, position, and handle structural steel materials
• Frequent bending, reaching, climbing, and material handling activities
• Ability to work safely around fabrication and material handling equipment
• Ability to perform physical labor in a steel fabrication environment

Schedule

• Full-time position
• First Shift
• Hours: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Benefits of the Position

• Stable full-time employment
• Opportunity to work on a variety of structural fabrication projects
• Skill development and advancement opportunities
• Team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Consistent first-shift schedule