Welder/Fabricator/Manual Machinist

D & G Machine Products, Inc., a Certified ISO 9001 & AS9100D Company with a Main Plant located in Westbrook and a Fabrication Plant located in Gorham, Maine, has been offering full-service Precision Machining, Fabrication, Painted and Assembled Machine Products for more than 50 Years.

D&G Machine supplies several Nationwide Industries that include: Aerospace, Computer Chip Production, Defense Contracts, Medical, Power Generation, and Maine's Paper Industry.

D&G Machine employees have the opportunity to advance within the company after receiving valuable experience, as proven with a majority of our engineers and managers being promoted from the shop floor.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Welder/Fabricator/Manual Machinist is responsible for welding all types of commonly used metals and alloys of various sizes, shapes and thicknesses and assembling metal fabrications. The Welder/Fabricator/Manual Machinist works from specifications, drawings, weld symbols, and written instructions; prepares and completes work by welding, cutting, grinding, and sanding. The Welder/Fabricator/Manual Machinist is also responsible for performing precision machining operations to produce high quality parts by setting up and operating manual, milling, and turning machines. This also includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, and making mechanical adjustments and repairs as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Sets up parts for welding using hand tools including clamps, jigs, and fixtures.
• Welds products using handheld welding equipment utilizing approved welding procedures for the processes of FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW.
• Prepares and completes work on materials by cutting, grinding, and sanding metal using power hand tools.
• Checks finished work to make sure it falls within the tolerances marked on the blueprints.
• Reads, fabricates, and welds from drawings, specifications, diagrams or schematics.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Tags all final products with identification.
• Operates overhead crane when needed.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Follows strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.
• Welds components in all positions including 1G, 2G and 3G.
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, and specifications.
• Determines the fixtures, attachments, and tools necessary to complete jobs according to specifications and mount them to machine prior to beginning cutting.
• Sets-up and operates mills and lathes.
• Verifies incoming work orders for correct material.
• Maintains specifications by observing machines operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Calculates requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Recognizes improper machine functioning and defects in machinery, measuring instruments or equipment and immediately addresses the problem.
• Uses a wide variety of precision measuring instruments; maintains accurate dimensional tolerances based upon drawings.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.

Requirements:

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational, technical or trade school training a plus.
• 1 – 2 years' experience in various forms of welding.
• Knowledge of machining a plus, willing to train.
• Training and experience using GTAW, FCAW & GMAW welding.
• Successful completion of an internal welding test.
• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding.
• Ability to work from drawings and follow written instructions.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must pass a post-employment offer drug screen, physical, and background check.

EEO STATEMENT

D & G Machine Products, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, gender, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short Term Disability (employer paid)
• Long Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance (employer paid)
• 401k with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Bereavement Leave
• 11 paid Holidays
• 15% Shift Differential
• Paid Tuition Reimbursement
• And much more