Fitter II: Independent Plate & Structural Fitting (2nd Shift)

Laborup; Irondale (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Laborup in Irondale, AL is hiring a Fitter II to join our fabrication team. You will fit, lay out, and assemble parts from engineering drawings, working independently on routine and moderately complex assignments while prioritizing quality and safety.

You will read blueprints, perform plate fitting, measure and mark materials, and verify dimensions before welding or final assembly. Join a cross-functional team of welders, machinists, and quality control to ensure assemblies meet specifications.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in industrial fabrication, mechanical fitting, or plate fitting.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and mechanical prints.
• Knowledge of measurements, tolerances, layout, and basic shop math.
• Experience with common fabrication tools and measuring equipment.
• Ability to work independently on routine and moderately complex fitting assignments.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and committed to producing quality work.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, fabrication blueprints, and assembly prints.
• Perform mechanical and plate fitting, including layout, alignment, and assembly of components.
• Measure, mark, cut, bevel, and prepare materials for fabrication and welding.
• Fit plates, structural shapes, brackets, stiffeners, and mechanical components to required dimensions.
• Verify dimensions, squareness, hole locations, and alignment before releasing work for welding or final assembly.
• Use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, clamps, fixtures, and fitting aids safely and correctly.
• Identify drawing discrepancies, material issues, and fit-up problems and report them to the supervisor.
• Work with welders, machinists, and quality control to make sure assemblies meet specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all company safety procedures.
• Complete assigned work within production schedules while minimizing errors and rework.

Skills

Read and interpret fabrication Draws

Measurements and tolerances

Independent work

Safety-conscious

Dependable

Tools

Fabrication tools & measuring equipment

Job description

Laborup in Irondale, AL is hiring a Fitter II to join our fabrication team. You will fit, lay out, and assemble parts from engineering drawings, working independently on routine and moderately complex assignments while prioritizing quality and safety.

You will read blueprints, perform plate fitting, measure and mark materials, and verify dimensions before welding or final assembly. Join a cross-functional team of welders, machinists, and quality control to ensure assemblies meet specifications.