Fitter and Welder 2nd Shift

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in Houston, TX is hiring a Fitter/Welder for night shift. Base pay is $21.50 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential; shifts may vary with operations. The role requires welding/fitting skills, ability to read blueprints, and AWS/CWB certification prospects.

Expect overtime and safety-first manufacturing practices. The candidate must lift up to 75 pounds and may need forklift/overhead crane familiarity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year welding/fitting experience or valid welding certification.
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings.
• Ability to obtain AWS and CWB certifications.
• Forklift/overhead crane experience a plus.
• Lift up to 75 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Know and follow safety rules for a manufacturing environment.
• Achieve and maintain AWS and CWB certifications.
• Check work assignments and interpret blueprints/drawings for parts.
• Measure, mark, count, and locate components; report shortages.
• Position sub-assemblies using clamps and handling equipment.
• Use tools and templates to join parts to blueprints; maintain tolerances.
• Weld, cut, or bevel as required to assemble components.
• Install metal tags and apply identification marks after operation.
• Maintain correct numerical/alphabetical sequences.
• Support continuous improvement in the work area.
• May take on other duties as assigned by Team Leader.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Safety Rules

Lifting 75 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com .

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Base pay rate is $21.50 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential

Night Shift starts: 6:00 pm, hours may vary depending on operations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fitter/Welder must be competent in welding and fitting skills which encompass all special welding certifications for pipe, tube, CJP scenarios etc. Must be able to fit up all types of rigid frame columns, rafters, and beam canopies according to specifications.

• Knows and understands all safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and about a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to achieve and maintain AWS and CWB certifications
• Check work assignments and interprets blueprints and/or sketches to determine parts required
• Responsible for measuring, marking, counting, and locating components on/in an assembly. Advises Team Leader of any discrepancies in and/or shortages of required parts
• Positions sub-assemblies on parts using clamping devices and material handling equipment as required
• Uses necessary tools, measuring devices, templates to join up parts in accordance with blueprints and specifications maintaining allowable tolerances. Uses welding, flame cutting, flame-heating, arc gouging, or mechanical equipment to tack and/or weld components in place. Ability to align parts, and to bevel or cut flanges, webs, stiffeners as required
• Install metal tags to identify parts and uses assigned personal identification stamp in designated area when operation is completed
• Responsible for keeping numerical and alphabetical sequences correct
• Maintains continuous improvement practices in work area
• May be assigned other projects or duties as designated by Team Leader

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A minimum of one (1) year experience welding and fitting in a production environment or valid welding certification
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Ability to obtain and maintain CWB and AWS welding certification in accordance with Cornerstone Building Brands welding procedures
• Experience with forklift and/or overhead craneoperation a plus
• Ability to lift up to 75pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist

Additional Information

Site Address:7301 Fairview Street,Houston,TX 77041

This is a position with the potential overtime. The shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours long depending on work orders for the day and season of the year.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an 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, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here . You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here .If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.