Welder and Fabricator

Welder & Fabricator

Join Florida Fence Products (FFP), a leading Florida Fabrication provider with a specialization in fence and powder-coating. To add to our team of FFP fabricators, we are now looking for welders. Our FFP welding team is going through an incredible time of growth and development. This is an excellent opportunity to join our team and actively contribute to the continuous growth of the FFP team.

Responsibilities:

- Tape Measure Proficiency: Possess excellent skills in using a tape measure accurately to measure and mark materials for fabrication, ensuring precise dimensions.

- Conversion Skills: Demonstrate the ability to convert between fractions and decimals, as well as understand and apply mathematical calculations necessary for fabrication tasks.

- Blueprint Reading and Fabrication: Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications to fabricate parts and structures accurately. Use blueprint information to perform material take-offs, create cut lists, and determine appropriate fabrication processes.

- Following Instructions: Follow both written and verbal instructions provided by supervisors, project managers, or lead fabricators to carry out fabrication tasks efficiently and accurately.

- MIG Welding Skills: Set up and troubleshoot MIG welding equipment, including selecting appropriate settings and ensuring proper gas flow. Perform MIG welding on aluminum materials, maintaining consistent and acceptable weld appearance and strength.

- Accurate Aluminum Cutting: Demonstrate the ability to cut aluminum materials accurately, following designated measurements and using appropriate tools and equipment.

- Jig and Template Creation: Create jigs and templates to improve production efficiency and accuracy in fabrication processes. Ensure proper alignment and positioning of parts for welding or assembly.

- Quality Control: Maintain a high standard of quality by recognizing and addressing badly formed or cut parts before welding. Aim to produce an acceptable product with a minimum number of rejects.

- Project Scheduling: Understand and adhere to project schedules, recognizing the importance of meeting deadlines and completing tasks within the allocated timeframes.

- Driving Record and Background Check: Possess a clean driving record and ability to pass a background check, as required by the company's policies and the nature of the work.

- Written and Weld Tests: Successfully complete an initial written test to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of fabrication concepts and pass a welding test to showcase proficiency in MIG welding techniques.

Bonus Skills:

- AutoCAD/Drafting Experience: Familiarity with AutoCAD or drafting software to read and interpret CAD drawings, make modifications, and assist with project planning.

- TIG Welding Skills: Ability to perform TIG welding on aluminum materials, demonstrating proficiency in TIG welding techniques and producing high-quality welds.

- Powder Coating Experience: Knowledge or experience in powder coating processes, including surface preparation, powder application, and curing techniques.

- Basic Computer Skills: Possess basic computer skills to input and retrieve information, communicate via email or software platforms, and utilize digital resources related to fabrication tasks.

Experience and Details

A LONG TERM HIGHLY SKILLED ALUMINUM FABRICATOR with at least two years of expertise in aluminum welding and fabrication is needed for Florida Fence Products. 100% ALUMINUM items such as aluminum gates, railing, fence, trellis, and arbors, as well as unique custom aluminum products, are welded and fabricated. Florida Fence Products works hard to find and KEEP talented fabricators and welders!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person