Welder/Fabricator (2nd Shift / Nights)

janottaherner; New London (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Firelands Fabrication is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to join our fabrication shop in New London, OH. You will weld using GMAW, FCAW and SMAW, read blueprints, and shape metal to create structural components.

The position offers a second shift: Monday through Thursday, 4:00pm–2:30am, with a night shift premium for all hours worked. Candidates must have a high school diploma and welding experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proven welder experience in manufacturing.
• Able to obtain welding certification.
• Familiar with reading blueprints and welding symbols.
• Experience with GMAW, FCAW and SMAW.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks using GMAW, FCAW and SMAW processes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and engineering drawings.
• Cut, shape, and assemble metal components to create structures or products.
• Position and layout steel components and holes.
• Tack weld secondary parts to main steel member.
• Complete welding of all secondary pieces if required.
• Grind and wire wheel steel members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

GMAW

FCAW

SMAW

Blueprints reading

Welding symbols

Overhead cranes

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Welding certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Welder/ Fabricator

Company: Firelands Fabrication

Reports to: Shop Supervisor

FLSA: Hourly

Position Summary

A Welder joins and shapes metal and other materials,and welds pieces of metal together. The second shift will be Monday - Thursday, from 4:00pm - 2:30am. There will be a night shift premium included to all hours of work.

Essential Functions

• Perform welding tasks using various processes such as GMAW, FCAW and stick (SMAW) welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and engineering drawings.
• Cut, shape, and assemble metal components to create structures or products.
• Perform all steel layout of secondary parts and holes.
• Tack welds all secondary parts to main steel member.
• Complete welding of all secondary pieces if required.
• Grind and wire wheel steel members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Welder in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Proficient in GMAW, FCAW & Stick (SMAW) welding techniques.
• Ability to obtain necessary welding certification.
• Perform work to meet AISC standards.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting blueprints and welding symbols.
• operating overhead cranes and rigging knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail and precision in work.
• Welding certification is a plus.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor tasks.

Working Conditions

The primary work location will be within a manufacturing facility equipped with modern machinery and tools. The facility is designed to provide a controlled environment for welding operations. General start and stop times vary depending on the project, normally working four (4) 10-hour days. Occasional mandatory overtime is to be expected.

About the Company

JHI Group has two divisions, Janotta & Herner, and Firelands Fabrication.

Janotta & Herner is northern Ohio’s true design/build general contractor, headquarters in Monroeville Oh. Founded by an Architect and a Building Contractor in 1962, Janotta & Herner has embodied true Design Build Construction from the beginning. For more information, please navigate here.

Firelands Fabrication is a 72,000 SF steel fabrication shop located in New London, Oh. Firelands Fabrication is dedicated to meeting all our client’s structural and miscellaneous steel needs on time, on budget and to the highest quality standards in the industry. For more information, please navigate here.

Benefits Overview

JHI Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with match
• HSA, FSA & Dependent Care FSA