Fabricator II

PDQ Manufacturing, Inc.; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) is seeking a fabrication-focused professional to perform a variety of tasks in a safe, accurate, and timely manner at our manufacturing facility in Wisconsin. You will read blueprints, operate hand and power tools, and contribute to prototype work and ongoing quality checks.

The role requires blueprint reading, basic math, and strong mechanical aptitude, with opportunities to engage in continuous improvement and teamwork within a factory setting.

Qualifications

• Blueprint reading skills required.
• Must possess the ability to apply basic math skills, specifically with fractions and decimals.
• Must possess strong mechanical aptitude.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and PPE requirements per established company policies.
• Utilize and maintain established inventory systems, such as Kanban or Vendor Managed Inventory.
• Demonstrated understanding of all established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Operate basic hand and power tools.
• Clean and test finished weldments.
• Perform continuous quality checks.
• Assist with first run prototypes and/or one off fabrications.
• Operate all equipment that is part of the Fabrication department, including but not limited to tapping/pemming machines, deburring machines, press brakes, saws, ironworkers, hydraulic press, drill press, operate FlexCNC, fiber laser, etc.
• Perform all basic preventative maintenance on associated equipment.
• Assist in training others on procedures and safe usage of equipment.
• Deliver completed parts using an established stocking system.
• Forklift and /or aisle stacker use to transport/relocate product.
• Demonstrated ability to use cranes and lifting devices to safely transport product.
• Communicate and coordinate part shortages with Team Leaders and Production Supervisors.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area utilizing company established 6-S program.
• Contribute proactively to a team oriented, continuous improvement environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math (fractions & decimals)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths. We are #EnergizedByGrowth. DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry.

As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Job Summary

Perform a variety of fabrication tasks in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.

Required Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and PPE requirements per established company policies.
• Utilize and maintain established inventory systems, such as Kanban or Vendor Managed Inventory.
• Demonstrated understanding of all established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Operate basic hand and power tools.
• Clean and test finished weldments.
• Perform continuous quality checks.
• Assist with first run prototypes and/or one off fabrications.
• Operate all equipment that is part of the Fabrication department, including but not limited to tapping/pemming machines, deburring machines, press brakes, saws, ironworkers, hydraulic press, drill press, operate FlexCNC, fiber laser, etc.
• Perform all basic preventative maintenance on associated equipment.
• Assist in training others on procedures and safe usage of equipment.
• Deliver completed parts using an established stocking system.
• Forklift and /or aisle stacker use to transport/relocate product.
• Demonstrated ability to use cranes and lifting devices to safely transport product.
• Communicate and coordinate part shortages with Team Leaders and Production Supervisors.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area utilizing company established 6-S program.
• Contribute proactively to a team oriented, continuous improvement environment.

Education Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Applicable technical training or experience is preferred for advanced assignments.

Experience Requirements

Blueprint reading skills are required. Must possess the ability to apply basic math skills, specifically with fractions and decimals. Must possess strong mechanical aptitude. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Quality Responsibilities

Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process and quality systems. Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process and quality system. Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to normal office conditions like telephone, personal computer, reports and files. The employee will also be exposed to normal conditions of a manufacturing facility. The employee will also be regularly required to talk or hear. The employee will be required to stand for long periods of time. The employee will use his/her hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and climb or balance and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will frequently lift, carry or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 70 pounds. When working on machinery, employee will bend, stoop and crouch on a regular basis and constantly move about to coordinate work. The employee is required to regularly set up, adjust, assemble, control, test and operate machinery.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.

Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.