Job Description

Summary:  The Fabricator Machinist is primarily responsible for preparing, fabricating, machining, welding, assembling, installing, and testing various bakery production equipment and structures.

Schedule:

• 12:00pm-8:00pm – Friday – Tuesday (We would consider alternate days, such as Monday - Friday, if needed). 

• Days and times are subject to change as business needs change, to include on days off and Holidays.

Pay and Benefits:

• $30 - $35/hour (based on experience) – Paid Weekly!

• Shift Differential (3pm-7am) - earn an extra $3.00 an hour when working 4 hours or more during that time. 

o    Example: $30 base + $3 (shift diff) = $33/ hour

• Weekend Premium Pay-  Get time and a half on Saturday and Sunday, no matter how many hours you have for the week! 

o    Example: $30 base x 1.5 = $45/hour +$4.5 (shift diff if on 3rd shift) = $49.50/ hour

·         Bi-Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus

·         401K Profit Sharing

·         Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)

·         Health Savings Account

·         Vacation/PTO

·         And Much More! 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Study and interpret assembly instructions, blueprints, and engineering plans

• Interpret measurements and verify specifications for assembling equipment

• Ensure all parts are fitted and secured properly

• Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform repairs as needed

• Check stock to ensure inventory is replenished

• Work with the engineering and general maintenance department to participate in product development

• Build prototypes and test products

• Use fabrication and machining equipment and hand tools to form, drill, tap, thread, machine, weld, grind, and polish components and completed assemblies

• Proficient in use of various measuring tools and techniques including but not limited to tape measures, squares, levels, calipers and micrometers

• Maintains work area in a safe and orderly condition

• Performs preventive maintenance and tool changes according to the fabrication equipment manuals and maintenance schedule

• Adheres to company safety policies and procedures

• Safe operation of forklifts

• Flexibility to work overtime and unusual schedules when required by production demands

• Positive attitude in and through all situations

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:                                                         

• High School Diploma or GED;

• Three years or more of related experience

• HAAS equipment experience a plus

Computer Skills:       

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Familiar with CAD (3D, 2D layout drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, etc.) 

• Familiarity with CNC Programming

• Ability to convert basic sketches to CAD models using various design software

• Understanding of the use of multiple file types including but not limited to pdf. dxf. dwg. iges. stl. jpeg. gif. png.

• Knowledge of 3D printing techniques and capabilities

• Basic competence in use of 3D programming software such as Auto Cad, Inventor, etc.

• Competent use of Fusion 360 and G Code programming

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of TIG and MIG welding processes

• Knowledge and experience in fabrication and machining techniques including but not limited to welding, turning, milling, laser cutting, water-jet machining, bending and rolling operations etc.

• Experience in working with various materials such as mild steel, stainless steel, plastics, and foam

• Advanced blue print reading and comprehension of blue print details

• Understanding of and the ability to perform stainless steel passivating processes

• Basic understanding of “food safe” manufacturing best practices

• Open to hearing and considering alternative concepts

• Comprehension of VFD’s functions and capabilities

• Proficient in TIG and MIG welding processes

• Understand the science of advanced welding theories and basic metallurgy

• Critical thinking competence in design and function of mechanical equipment

• Ability to understand engineering designs and concepts through to completed projects

• Understanding of control and automation components and systems

• PLC programming and trouble shooting skills

• Willingness to think and design “outside the box”

• Insatiable desire to learn new and better ways of performing tasks

• Interest in keeping informed of the latest technologies in fabricating and machining

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and hazardous chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.