Welder/Fabricator
Company
Chicago Metal Fabricators
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
45K a year
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Job Description
Position Title: Welder
Chicago Metal Fabricators, the nationwide premier source for custom manufacturing of metal components and assemblies, is seeking Welders to join our team.
The welder’s main responsibility is to join, fabricate, and repair metal (including but not limited to carbon, stainless steel, and aluminum), and to perform light to heavy gauge welding by applying appropriate welding techniques while maintaining CMF’s quality standards.
Responsibilities:
• Abide by OSHA and CMF rules and regulations for safety
• Wear typical protection gear including P100 respirators in a non-air-conditioned environment that contains dust, odors, and noise
• Work well under pressure
• Read blueprints and/or job procedures to determine appropriate welding process
• Ability to set up and operate equipment
• Ability to measure weldments by completing first and last piece part inspections with typical metrology equipment
• Performs basic fit up operation in preparation for welding, on stock and standard products as well as prototypes, and with and without the use of fixtures
• Use typical grinding equipment
• Meet minimum production requirements
• Inspect completed welds to determine size and structural soundness
• Complete first and last piece part inspections with typical metrology equipment
• Safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes and jib hoists, knowledge of rigging and positioning equipment
• Use of oxyfuel torches, plasma cutters, mag drills and other fabrication equipment
• Lead, direct and train others when needed
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements:
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move objects of up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to cover other shifts/overtime as necessary
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stretch, stand for 8 hours or more daily
• Must be able to handle working in non-airconditioned environments
• Must be able to use cutting equipment such as oxy-acetylene and plasma
• At least five or more years of experience preferred and/or combination of education and experience
• GMAW, FCAW, welding required GTAW is a plus
• Ability to read and or interpret blueprints
• Must have strong math and measurement skills
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
Chicago Metal Fabricators is an EOE/AA employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. We offer a competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
CHICAGOMETAL.COM 773.523.5755
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
• Chicago, IL 60632 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
• Chicago, IL 60632: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Chicago Metal Fabricators, the nationwide premier source for custom manufacturing of metal components and assemblies, is seeking Welders to join our team.
The welder’s main responsibility is to join, fabricate, and repair metal (including but not limited to carbon, stainless steel, and aluminum), and to perform light to heavy gauge welding by applying appropriate welding techniques while maintaining CMF’s quality standards.
Responsibilities:
• Abide by OSHA and CMF rules and regulations for safety
• Wear typical protection gear including P100 respirators in a non-air-conditioned environment that contains dust, odors, and noise
• Work well under pressure
• Read blueprints and/or job procedures to determine appropriate welding process
• Ability to set up and operate equipment
• Ability to measure weldments by completing first and last piece part inspections with typical metrology equipment
• Performs basic fit up operation in preparation for welding, on stock and standard products as well as prototypes, and with and without the use of fixtures
• Use typical grinding equipment
• Meet minimum production requirements
• Inspect completed welds to determine size and structural soundness
• Complete first and last piece part inspections with typical metrology equipment
• Safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes and jib hoists, knowledge of rigging and positioning equipment
• Use of oxyfuel torches, plasma cutters, mag drills and other fabrication equipment
• Lead, direct and train others when needed
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements:
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move objects of up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to cover other shifts/overtime as necessary
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stretch, stand for 8 hours or more daily
• Must be able to handle working in non-airconditioned environments
• Must be able to use cutting equipment such as oxy-acetylene and plasma
• At least five or more years of experience preferred and/or combination of education and experience
• GMAW, FCAW, welding required GTAW is a plus
• Ability to read and or interpret blueprints
• Must have strong math and measurement skills
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
Chicago Metal Fabricators is an EOE/AA employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. We offer a competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
CHICAGOMETAL.COM 773.523.5755
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
• Chicago, IL 60632 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
• Chicago, IL 60632: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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