Fabricator

Original Composites & Fiberglass; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Original Composites & Fiberglass in Concord, NC is hiring a Fabrication Technician who will be responsible for producing high-quality metal parts while adhering to established safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent and experience in Tig welding stainless and aluminum in a manufacturing setting.

This role requires excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in reading blueprints. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience in Tig welding in a manufacturing environment or relevant certifications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols while fabricating parts.
• Set up and operate welding machines for fabricating metal.
• Communicate process improvement findings for operational efficiency.

Skills

Tig welding stainless, aluminum and mild steel

Blueprint reading and interpretation

High attention to detail

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

Welding machines

Measuring equipment

Job description

About the Role

This position will be accountable for building glass metal furnace parts while following the established fabrication process with the intended outcome of ensuring our quality is second to none, and ultimately an extraordinary customer experience. This person has to be highly motivated; to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner, be a team player to the fabrication department, possess a high technical and mechanical skill level, and has a high level of focus, self‑discipline and dexterity.

Key Responsibilities

Safety

• Adhere to all OC and Plant specific requirements when properly handling, moving and storing metal.
• Participate on safety teams.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Recognize, report and correct safety hazards upon identification.

Fabrication

• Study blueprint of the part to be fabricated, compute dimensions, and plan sequence of operations.
• Measure and inspect kitted parts to determine specification conformance.
• Set up and operate machine tools such as metal forming machines, drills, presses, pneumatic hand tools, and welders to meet part specifications.
• Assemble and weld parts to print.
• Clean and inspect finished bushing.
• Verify conformance of finished bushing to blueprint specifications.
• Use computer to input documentation to move finished material to the next process area.

On the job tasks

• Process Improvement
  • Communicate areas of opportunity to Area Leaders.
  • Work with Area Leaders to audit critical process variables.
  • Collect inventory sheets and audit inventory verification process report findings to the Area Leader.
  • Work with maintenance to improve machinery.
  • Utilizes TPM and metric board maintenance.
  • Generate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Fabrication
  • Work with Area Leader in improving the fabrication process.
  • Develop safety and quality standards.
  • Build bushings in the published time allotted.
  • Weld parts according to print specifications and verify critical dimensions.
  • Train other fabricators on best practices.
  • Assist on bushing inspections.
  • Determine the amount of labor necessary to produce daily bushings.
  • Work with Area Leader in determining gaps in the process.
  • Set up and adjust welding machines as required for various applications.

Regular Attendance

• Flexible to changes that are needed to meet business demands.
• Available and willing to work 1st, 2nd, or rotating shifts as needed.
• Available and willing to work overtime (extended shifts, Saturdays and/or Sundays).

All other duties as assigned or needed

• Flexible to changes that are needed to meet business demands.
• Available and willing to work 1st, 2nd, or rotating shifts as needed.
• Available and willing to work overtime (extended shifts, Saturdays and/or Sundays).

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Experience Tig welding stainless, aluminum and mild steel in a manufacturing environment; or completed courses or certifications in welding, Tig welding preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Computer skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld notes, fabrication, assembly and process documentation.
• Set up and adjust welding machines as required for various applications.
• Work from part drawings, templates, etc. most welding done in down position.
• Weld parts according to print specifications and verify critical dimensions.
• Sense of urgency to produce parts on time.
• Eye‑Hand‑Foot Coordination.
• High attention to detail.
• Math skills.
• Flexibility to adjust work to achieve priorities.
• Interpretation of prints.
• Understanding and use of various measuring equipment.
• Ability to learn at a fast pace.
• Excels in stressful situations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• HSA with company contribution.
• Health & Dependent Care FSAs.
• 401(k): 100% match up to 6% + 2% company contribution.
• Company‑paid life and disability coverage.
• Voluntary benefits (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection, supplemental life).
• Paid time off & holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness incentives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

OCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.