Welder/ Fabricator

Welder / Fabricator

Excel Machinery Ltd. has an opportunity available in Amarillo, Texas, for a full-time production fabricator. Previous experience is a plus but will consider an entry level person with the right qualifications who can be trained in the specifics.

Summary:

Under the direction of the Foreman, the responsibilities of the Welder / Fabricator position include fitting and joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other material by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedules.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform welding duties using a wire welder.

• Weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders or verbal instructions.

• Work includes set-up, laying out work using jigs/fixtures or hand layouts to fabricate parts and/or rework finished products.

• Operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torches, and other hand tools related to the job's needs.

• Inspect and correct welds as necessary to meet product specifications.

• Read, understand, and follow job order specifications, engineering drawings, and/or work orders.

• Willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position.

• Inspect equipment to maintain functional equipment if any equipment needs repairs notify supervisor/lead or maintenance department.

• Perform a variety of complicated tasks, as required.

Qualifications:

• Familiar with a variety of welder concepts, practices, and procedures.

• Ability to understand welding symbols and diagrams, read blueprints, and/or other printed instructional material in the welding of products or parts.

• Must be thoroughly familiar with welding equipment such as torches, torch tips, filler rods, flux, hoses, valves, and gas cylinders.

• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Demonstrate willingness to work with others in a team environment.

• Positive, willingness to learn and participate in a changing environment to reach a common goal.

• Must be able to lift / push / pull 75 Ibs.

• Must be willing/ able to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.

• Must be able to proficiently read, write and interpret English.