Welder

ABEC; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and vacation time

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Company paid life insurance

Generous 401K plan (40% match)

College tuition benefit program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

ABEC is seeking a Welder/Fabricator to fabricate and repair biopharmaceutical equipment by following blueprints and SOPs. You will work across departments to assemble mechanical systems, using orbital/Tig welding, bending, polishing, and equipment assembly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 2+ years in fabrication, ability to read blueprints, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Two years fabrication experience preferred.
• Able to perform simple math.
• Read a tape measure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic fabrication tools.
• Reading blueprints preferred.
• Stand 8+ hours per day.
• CI awareness and Lean/Six Sigma exposure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate equipment accurately and with proper procedures in a timely manner.
• Follow SOPs and Guidelines (GDLs).
• Maintain strong attention to detail and accuracy in fabrication.
• Operate overhead crane and/or forklift.
• Travel as required.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Blueprint reading

Tape measure reading

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Continuous Improvement awareness

Lean/Six Sigma exposure

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools proficiency

Fabrication tools

Job description

Description

ABEC is a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. ABEC's unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximize productivity. ABEC's products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilization systems.

Benefits Include

• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (benefits start day 1)
• Company paid life insurance
• Generous 401K plan (40% match)
• College tuition benefit program
• Employee Referral Program

Position Summary

The Welder/Fabricator will follow process instructions and blueprints to assemble components and in conjunction works with other departments to build and repair equipment for the biopharmaceutical industry. The fabricator will execute the required operational steps in manufacturing mechanical systems and have the chance to work in a fast-paced environment on industry-leading equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate equipment accurately and with proper procedures in a timely manner.
• Ability to carry out procedures in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Guidelines (GDLs)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in fabrication process
• Knowledge of all types of hand tools, fabricating equipment, measuring devices
• Work on stainless steel and DC fabrication, including to but not limited to:
• Orbital welding and Tig Hand Welding
• Cutting tube
• Operate hand grinders
• Polishing
• Bending
• Assembly
• Operate overhead crane and/or forklift.
• Physically capable of wearing protective eye, ear, and head gear.
• Must be able to stand 8+ hours per day.
• Inspect and maintain proper and safe operation of all shop equipment.
• Conduct operations in a safe manner.
• Recommend improvements.
• Execute other tasks as assigned.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunity.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Two (2) years previous Fabrication experience preferred.
• Required to be able to perform simple math equations.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Must be proficient with the use of hand tools and basic fabrication tools.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints preferred.
• Necessary to be able to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds / 23 kilograms.
• Typically work is in a manufacturing environment or customer’s site.
• Required to stand for long periods of time.
• You will need to be able to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, push, pull, and carry items.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment. Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.
• Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.