Structural Welder/Fitter- 1st & 2nd Shift

NABRICO Marine Products; Ashland City (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Career advancement opportunities

Safety-focused environment

Stable manufacturing operation

Impact on inland waterways

Job summary

NABRICO Marine Products is seeking a safety-focused Structural Fitter/Assembler to join our team in Ashland City, Tennessee. You will lay out, position, align, and assemble fabricated steel components used in inland barges.

Working from blueprints, drawings, and specifications, you will prepare structural assemblies for welding while ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year fitting, fabrication, assembly, shipbuilding, structural steel, or related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and fabrication specifications.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, schematics, and fabrication specifications.
• Lay out, position, align, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to specifications.
• Measure, mark, and verify dimensions to ensure proper fit-up and assembly.
• Operate oxy-fuel cutting equipment to cut, wash, and prepare materials.
• Perform tack welding to secure components prior to final welding.
• Identify and organize parts in the proper sequence for assembly.
• Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment as required.
• Inspect assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards and dimensional requirements.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Layout & fit

Measuring tools

Oxy-fuel cutting

Tack welding

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Job description

NABRICO Marine Products is seeking a safety-focused Structural Fitter/Assembler to join our team in Ashland City, Tennessee. In this role, you will lay out, position, align, and assemble fabricated steel components used in the construction of inland barges. Working from blueprints, drawings, and specifications, you will prepare structural assemblies for welding while ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards.

Successful candidates will have experience with blueprint reading, steel fitting, material layout, oxy‑fuel cutting, and tack welding in a manufacturing, fabrication, shipbuilding, or structural steel environment.

About NABRICO Marine Products

NABRICO Marine Products is a leading manufacturer of inland barges and marine products serving the U.S. inland waterway system. Our products help transport essential commodities including grain, coal, aggregates, petroleum products, fertilizers, chemicals, and other liquid cargoes throughout the nation's waterways.

In addition to manufacturing dry cargo and tank barges, NABRICO Marine Products is the largest U.S. manufacturer of fiberglass hopper barge covers and produces a complete line of marine deck hardware, including hatches, castings, and winches for towboats and dock facilities.

What You'll Do

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, schematics, and fabrication specifications.
• Lay out, position, align, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to specifications.
• Measure, mark, and verify dimensions to ensure proper fit‑up and assembly.
• Operate oxy‑fuel cutting equipment to cut, wash, and prepare materials.
• Perform tack welding to secure components prior to final welding.
• Identify and organize parts in the proper sequence for assembly.
• Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment as required.
• Inspect assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards and dimensional requirements.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Minimum of one (1) year of fitting, fabrication, assembly, shipbuilding, structural steel, or related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and fabrication specifications.
• Basic fitting, layout, and assembly skills.
• Working knowledge of measuring tools and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations, including fractions and measurements.
• Ability to successfully complete a practical fitting assessment, including oxy‑fuel cutting and tack welding.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work at elevated heights when required.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to work in confined or restricted spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, walk, and stand throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment as required.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and temperatures depending on the work area.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays based on production needs.

Why Join NABRICO Marine Products?

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities
• Safety‑focused work environment
• Stable, growing manufacturing operation
• Opportunity to help build products that support America's inland waterways