Welder Fabrication Specialist

Gorbel's Mission

We improve people's lives. Our mission guides everything we do, from the products and services we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees.

We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We're on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes.

Job Responsibilities

Welders are responsible for designing, cutting, and permanently joining metal parts together through the application of appropriate welding techniques. Key responsibilities include:

• Produce weldments to the specified documentation using both prints and job paperwork.
• Weld various grades of carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Layout and fabrication of custom products to drawings.
• Utilize fabrication tools such as oxy-acetylene torches, plasma cutters, magnetic-based drills, multi-spindle drilling machines, and other equipment as necessary.
• Responsible for setup, operation, and maintenance of the tools and equipment.
• SMAW, MCAW, GMAW, and spray arc welding.
• Fit all assemblies and subassemblies to ensure accuracy and quality control.
• Safe operation of overhead cranes and all other shop equipment (electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic).
• Complete all required documentation.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, Trade School Certificate, or equivalent. SMAW, MCAW, GMAW, and spray arc welding experience is required. The candidate must be certifiable and able to pass the certification test in accordance with the AWS D14.1 specifications. Additionally, the candidate should be able to use and read basic hand tools, including grinders, drills, and tape measures. Ability to handle materials with forklifts, pallet jacks, and overhead cranes is also required. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with factory supervision.

Work Environment

The work environment is ADA compliant. The candidate must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The candidate must be able to stand (75%), walk (20%), stoop, kneel, or crouch (5%) as required. The candidate must be able to climb portable ladders and wear safety glasses and foot protection throughout the shift. The candidate must also be able to wear hearing protectors (ear plugs) throughout the shift while working in an environment with moderate noise levels.

Gorbel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Gorbel is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job-related duties.

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