Fabricator

The Vincit Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vincit Group in Chattanooga, TN seeks a skilled Fabricator to operate MIG, TIG and SMAW welding equipment, reading blueprints, and assembling machinery per design specifications.

You will use calipers, micrometers and shop tools to verify dimensions, work with high precision, and comply with safety and quality standards. Overtime and weekend work may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; welding program or 2+ years preferred.
• Must pass weld tests for SMAW, GTAW, FCAW as applicable.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specifications.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate MIG, TIG, SMAW welding processes as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders to fabricate parts.
• Use calipers, micrometers and shop tools to verify dimensions.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with OSHA regulations.
• Possibility of weekend/overtime shifts as needed.

Skills

Advanced welding skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate welding program or 2+ years welding experience

Tools

Tape measure

Caliper

Micrometer

Square

Protractor

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Fabricator operates various pieces of equipment to fabricate and assemble machinery and equipment per design specifications according to job order, verbal instructions, and blueprints.

EDUCATION:

Required: High school diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred: Graduate of an accredited welding program or a minimum of 2 years industrial / construction or other commercial welding experience and be proficient to successfully pass required weld testing and certification in the following: SMAW (Stick), GTAW (Tig), or FCAW (Flux Core).

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 5 years working with machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Preferred: 5-7 years working with machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

POSITION REQUIREMENT(S): Specialized Skills/License/Certification

Required: Ability to operate tape measure and caliper, micrometer, basic hand tools, square, protractor, read and interpret basic blueprints, effective written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work weekends and overtime. Keen sense of attention to detail.

CORE COMPETENCIES (Essential Job Functions):

• Advanced welding skills as required: highly proficient in MIG, TIG, SMAW, and plastic welding.
• Also, able to effectively weld in complex positions, such as vertical, horizontal, or overhead.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, machining instructions, and written and verbal instructions to execute work orders.
• Advanced knowledge in using shop instruments such as calipers, gage pins, height gauges and micrometers to ensure that the part’s dimensions are correct.
• Advanced knowledge of shop equipment such as: press brake, metal shear, drill press, grinders, cutting torch, and hand held tools.
• Advanced knowledge of safe work practices and OSHA Regulations.
• Completes special projects upon requests, and other duties may be assigned.

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