Fabricator II-1st Shift-4, 10 Hour Days

fmgexternaljobs; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fincantieri ACE Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group company, is hiring for a Fabricator II in the Manufacturing department at our Green Bay, WI location. This is a 1st shift role, Monday --Thursday 6AM -- 4:30PM.

The position assembles (fit) major aluminum components, welds out the assembly, and prepares parts per procedures. You will read drawings, fit to tolerance, and manage distortion control for aluminum weldments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred and welding certification or equivalent.
• Approximately 4 years welding experience preferred.
• Able to adapt to varying weather and shop conditions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering drawings to plan layout/assembly sequence for weldments.
• Determine equipment and welding methods per metallurgy and drawings.
• Lay out and secure parts; weld or tack aluminum using MIG/GMAW and GTAW.
• Inspect grooves, tolerances, and finish; ensure distortion control.
• Operate and maintain MIG equipment; perform material prep and clean-up.

Skills

Weather tolerance

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

Welding certificate or equivalent

4 years welding experience preferred

Tools

Welding equipment: MIG/GMAW

Welding equipment: GTAW

Job description

Fincantieri ACE Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group company, is hiring for a Fabricator II in the Manufacturing department at our Green Bay, WI location. This is a 1st shift role, Monday --Thursday 6AM -- 4:30PM.

Fincantieri Marine Group

Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

The position is responsible for assembling (fit) major aluminum components/parts and completely weld out the assembly. Set up welding equipment IAW approved procedures and prepare parts in accordance with cleanliness standards, specifications and standard work instructions. Ability to fit and weld work to close tolerances, and understand distortion control of aluminum weldments.

Essential Functions

• Analyze engineering drawings to plan layout/assembly sequence of small weldments using both metric and imperial systems.
• Determine required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, welding techniques and standard procedures/processes provided by the company.
• Lay out, position, and secure parts according to specifications/drawings using straight edge, combination square, calipers, declivity gauge, port-a-power, steam boat jack, plumb bob, chalk line, and tape measure.
• Cut aluminum plate/shapes using chop saws, bandsaws, sawzalls, circular saws, table saws.
• Weld or tack aluminum parts together using GMAW 2F/3F/4F/2G/3G/4G and GTAW 2F/3F/4F.
• Clean and prep materials using sanders, files, scrapers, and grinders.
• Climb ladders or work on scaffolds to assemble components.
• Self-inspect work for defects and properly fix based on quality specifications/standards.
• Demonstrate ability to use, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain MIG equipment.
• Understand different requirements for all types of fasteners, including torque requirements.
• Proficient in utilizing chemicals in the facility for prepping materials, sealing joints, and joint compounds.
• Dismantle aluminum assemblies or cut scrap metal, using saws, routers, or plasma‑arc equipment.
• Position and secure parts using hoist, crane, wire and banding machine, or hand tools.
• Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances using tape measure, micrometer, caliper, feeler gauge, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Remove rough spots from workpiece using portable sander, hand file, or scraper. Ability to use carbide cutter safely and effectively.
• Receive qualification in rigging and overhead crane usage.
• Develop templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
• Must abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.
• Other duties and overtime as assigned

Required Skill

• Ability to work in inclement weather (cold, hot, rain, snow, etc.)
• Must have basic organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness

Education and Experience

• High school diploma is preferred
• Weld Certificate, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 4 Years of welding experience is preferred

Competencies

Fincantieri's core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:

• Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning
• Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals
• Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction
• Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. The employee may also be required to work in confined spaces and at varying heights. Frequent use of PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer

This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.