Senior Fabricator & Flux Core Welder for Heavy Equipment

LeeBoy Inc; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LEEBOY Inc., part of the FAYAT Group, seeks a Senior Fabricator/Welder to perform advanced fabrication and welding of frames, subassemblies, and components used in heavy equipment such as asphalt pavers and loaders. The role requires reading blueprints and drawings and applying precise welding techniques.

Candidates must interpret blueprints, determine weld sequence, use measuring tools, and perform Flux Core welding in various positions; a minimum of five years of welding experience is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of five years hands-on fabrication and welding in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of five years Flux Core welding experience.
• Proficiency in Flux Core welding processes.
• Experience fabricating structural components, frames, weldments, or similar heavy-equipment components preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced fabrication and welding of frames, subassemblies, components and other parts used in heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, work instructions, specifications, and other technical information.
• Determines proper layout, fit-up, welding sequence, and fabrication methods based on drawings and specifications.
• Lays out, positions, aligns, fits and tack welds components prior to final welding.
• Positions parts in jigs and fixtures or on fabrication tables and floor, and clamps or secures components according to layout marks and specifications.
• Performs Flux Core welding using appropriate welding techniques and settings.
• Performs welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and possibly overhead welding positions
• Scarf, grooves, bevels, or otherwise prepares weld joints and materials prior to welding when required.
• Verifies dimensions, angles, alignment and fit-up using tape measures, squares, and other measuring tools.
• Inspects completed welds and fabricated components for proper bead size, appearance, dimensions, and conformance to specifications.
• Identifies fabrication, fit-up, or weld quality concerns and advises supervisor to determine the appropriate corrective action.
• Chips, grinds, cleans, or removes excess weld, slag, spatter, and other material as necessary to meet workmanship and quality standards.
• Troubleshoots welding and fabrication problems, working with supervisors, manager, Engineering, Quality, and other appropriate departments to resolve issues.
• Assists with rework and corrective actions related to welding, fabrication, or workmanship concerns.

Skills

Advanced welding and fabrication

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools (tape measures,Squares

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Flux Core welding

Job description

LEEBOY Inc., part of the FAYAT Group, seeks a Senior Fabricator/Welder to perform advanced fabrication and welding of frames, subassemblies, and components used in heavy equipment such as asphalt pavers and loaders. The role requires reading blueprints and drawings and applying precise welding techniques.

Candidates must interpret blueprints, determine weld sequence, use measuring tools, and perform Flux Core welding in various positions; a minimum of five years of welding experience is