Fabricator - 3rd Shift

Hendrickson; Somerset (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, travel, and disability insurance

401K plans; a pension plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Adoption assistance

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hendrickson in Somerset, AL, seeks a dedicated member for the Axle Production team to operate MIG welding machinery and participate in quality control. You will document builds, follow safety protocols, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and passing the 2G weld test, with the ability to rotate across stations, use PPE, and collaborate with teammates to produce high-quality axles.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must pass Hendrickson weld test – 2G.
• Ability to rotate to all required job stations.
• Able to use PPE issued by Hendrickson.
• Mathematical skills are required.
• Basic blueprint reading is required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a continuous improvement environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Team skills are a must.
• Attention to minor details to produce high quality work.

Responsibilities

• Operate MIG welding machinery in Fabrication area.
• Perform quality checks with calibrated digital micrometers, veneer calipers, and go/no go gauges.
• Complete paperwork/reports documenting builds per work orders.
• Comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Oversee growing successful leaders.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mathematical skills

Basic blueprint reading

Multi-tasking

Ability to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Hendrickson weld test – 2G

Tools

MIG welding

Job description

Position Purpose:

• Works as a member of the Axle Production department to assist in the operation of machinery in the axle Production Area

Essential Functions:

• Operating all the MIG welding machinery in the Fabrication area.


• Ability to perform quality checks using calibrated digital micrometers, Veneer Calipers, and go/no go gauges to ensure product is within tolerance.


• Proper paperwork/reports are to be completed to document build per work order specifications.


• Comply with all safety standards and regulations.


• Oversee growing successful leaders.

Education and Training

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited school.


• Must pass the Hendrickson weld test – 2G.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to learn and physically rotate to all required job stations and job tasks in assigned work area with-in the rotation timetable that has been or will be established for that area.


• Ability to use all Personal Protective Equipment that is issued by Hendrickson.


• Mathematical skill a must.


• Basic blueprint reading.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision, in a continuously improving environment.


• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Ability to work in a diverse production environment.


• Team Skills a must.


• Ability to pay close attention to minor details resulting in the production of a superior quality product.


• High School Diploma/GED

Physical Demands:

Constant standing, forward bending, reaching, balancing, use of cervical spine motion, lower extremities, simple grasp, firm grasp, fine manipulation, and pinching.

Occasional squatting

Minimal sitting, climbing, kneeling, and crawling.

Lifting up to 80 lbs.

Carrying 10-30 lbs. up to 30 feet.

Push/Pull 10-50 force lbs.

Environmental Conditions:

Work Environment: Industrial

Lighting: Adequate.

Ventilation: Adequate.

Temperature: Non-Temperature Controlled. Humidity, Heat, Cold are factors during the year.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Benefits

• We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation.


• We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education.


• We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.