Fabricator

American Baler Co.; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

American Baler Co. in Cordele, Georgia, is seeking a skilled Welder responsible for fabricating and assembling structures using various welding techniques and equipment. The role involves interpreting engineering drawings and ensuring high-quality welds per standards. Candidates should have proven welding experience and preferably certification in welding or completion of an apprenticeship. The company offers benefits including 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Certification in welding or completion of a welding apprenticeship program is preferred.
• Proven experience as a welder in a similar role is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations using appropriate welding techniques.
• Interpret engineering drawings and welding specifications.
• Set up and operate welding equipment.

Skills

Welding techniques

Interpretation of engineering drawings

Material selection

Attention to detail

Math skills for measurements

Education

Welding certification or apprenticeship

Tools

Welding machines

Gas cylinders

Torches

Job description

Overview

The fabricator is responsible for fabricating and assembling structures and parts by using various welding techniques and equipment. This role involves interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications to produce high-quality welds in accordance with standards and project requirements.

Essential Functions

• Perform welding operations using appropriate welding techniques.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to determine welding requirements and specifications.
• Set up and operate welding equipment including welding machines, gas cylinders, torches, and related tools.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, grinding, and degreasing to ensure proper welding quality.
• Select and measure appropriate materials and components for welding based on project requirements.
• Weld components in various positions (flat, vertical, overhead) using appropriate procedures.
• Inspect welded joints for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Perform post-welding processes such as grinding, sanding, and polishing to achieve smooth finishes.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and prevent accidents.

Requirements

• Certification in welding or completion of a welding apprenticeship program is preferred.
• Proven experience as a welder in a similar role is required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Understand various welding processes.
• Have a knowledge of different types of metals, their properties, and how they respond to heat and pressure.
• Be able to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to understand project specifications.
• Understand how to operate and maintain welding machines, torches, electrodes, and other tools.
• Have precise hand‑eye coordination and steady hands to manipulate welding equipment and materials.
• Be able to consistently produce high-quality welds with attention to specifications and details.
• Be capable of troubleshooting welding issues, adjust techniques, and make necessary repairs.
• Have basic math skills for measurements, angles, and calculations related to welding tasks.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance