Fabricator Job Description
Fabricator
provides factory support by correcting safety and ergonomic issues, providing quality enhancements and reworking purchased and fabricated parts.
Fabricator Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective fabricator job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included fabricator job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Operate cutting torch and manual plasma cutter as needed
Utilize various tools to de-burr, planish, grind and polish the product
Utilize inspection gauging on parts and run first piece inspection of parts
Multi-skilled in different operations (fabrication, machining, inspection)
Contribute to continuous improvement and support 6S initiatives
Ability to be flexible to support team’s goals (duties, hours, and overtime)
Use basic machine shop equipment to fabricate a variety of useful metal items for manufacturing including guards, racks, containers, tables, protective railing
Maintain & repair metal containers and storage racks used by manufacturing
Repair gear belts, chain drives, shaft bearings, and seal assemblies as directed
Employee is occasionally required to walk
Fabricator Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Fabricator
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: AWS, NCCER, ASE, NOV
Education for Fabricator
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the fabricator job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and High School Degree in Technical, General Education, Education, Associates, Welding, Manufacturing, Communication, Military, Industrial, Construction
Skills for Fabricator
Desired skills for fabricator include:
Job site safety ability to complete a company specific safety orientation
Airless paint Sprayers
Plasma cutter
Mig & stick welders
Practices
Raw materials
Commonly used concepts
Quality control
Production processes
Procedures in the industrial field
Desired experience for fabricator includes:
Knowledge of dying and color mixing
Knowledge of fabric properties
Ability to show applicable work samples is critical
Must be available to arrive on time to work daily, minimal Saturday hours
Ability to use precise measuring equipment
Have a basic understanding of machine tool, welding, and fabrication techniques
Fabricator Examples
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Fabricator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of fabricator. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for fabricator
- Reference blueprint and confer with Lead person to determine job requirements
- Gather necessary materials and perform layout per specifications
- Set up welding machine and adjust settings
- Position, clamp, and/or tack weld as needed before beginning welding process
- Visually examine welds for adherence to quality standards
- Notify Lead person or Inspector when product is ready for inspection
- Participate in product development, build proto-types, and test products
- Assemble components and verify specifications
- Fabricate - weld components as required by internal or customer drawings and specifications
- Follow fabrication procedures
Qualifications for fabricator
- Welding (MIG, TIG, stick)
- Individual to be mechanically inclined, self-motivated, and reliable
- Individual must be able to work on projects independently with minimal supervision
- Demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Improvement in every activity and project assigned
- Electrode arc welder, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welder, and oxyacetylene welding and cutting equipment
- Metal cutting & bending equipment (shears, brake presses, drill presses)
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of fabricator. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for fabricator
- Work with teams or work independently supporting shipping of equipment
- Maintain control of materials for projects
- Report any material shortages to the Supervisor or Materials planning group
- Adhere to, and enforce the policies and procedures of Easom Automation
- Work well with Fabricators, Machinists, Engineers, Management, and support functions
- Knowledgeable of inspection of parts or completed units by using visual inspection, gages, tape measures, check fixtures, calipers, or other inspection equipment
- Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of department area
- Perform set-up and operation of various metal working pieces of equipment such as shears, presses, Yoder
- Assemble and inspect various products to ensure customer specifications are met
- Communicate with Production Manager, CNC Operator & Wire Man on Project as Needed
Qualifications for fabricator
- Must have experience working with hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, and utilizing the metric system
- Must be able to work 2nd or 3rd shift and be available for overtime on weekdays and weekends
- Certification or 2 year degree in Construction, Manufacturing, Welding, or other related studies preferred
- NCRC of at least a Silver is preferred
- Identify and locate material by dimensional size and color
- Retrieve all required materials
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Fabricator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a fabricator. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for fabricator
- Maintain Power and Hand Tools
- Keep Work Area Clean and Hazard Free
- Work With Other as Needed to Complete Projects
- Other Duties as Needed per Supervisor Request
- Fabricates various structural equipment from blue prints and work orders
- Welding, fabrication, rigging, lifting of heavy dangerous objects in a safe manner, use of fork lifts, use of scissors lifts, use of cutting equipment, torch, plasma saw, assembly and painting of projects general repair and maintenance of shop equipment
- Completes shop work orders as assigned
- Diagnoses cause of mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment, and performs preventative and corrective maintenance
- Directly supports manufacturing operations in troubleshooting and repairing production equipment
- Move parts and heavy frames on and off machinery and throughout the facility
Qualifications for fabricator
- Either Bell or bend all required fittings
- Make specialty fittings
- Assist in the pull and glue all required fittings
- Assist when required in safely operating IPM( Automatic Bending Machines) to obtain maximum output while limiting, monitoring and reducing scrap and downtime
- Apply correct packaging and make labels for finished parts
- Return all equipment for job to correct area
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Fabricator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of fabricator. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for fabricator
- Makes expedient and sound decisions about part substitutions when needed, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment and facilities
- Continuously reviews work area for opportunities that will drive productivity and reduce costs within the organization
- Identifies, plans, and implements process improvements
- Leads projects through successful completion
- Follows LOTO procedures, JHA’s, and Standard Operating Procedures
- Initiate, develop, and participate in the implementation of equipment modifications, equipment upgrades and improvements to increase productivity and reliability
- Assist in improving unscheduled downtime and maintenance costs
- Generate project Bill of Material and obtaining quotes from vendors
- Develop project time lines and track progress to completion
- Document equipment maintenance including inspection, repairs and modifications
Qualifications for fabricator
- Keep all ends cuts for regrind
- Visual check of parts for damage, proper angle and bell depth
- Visual check O.D
- Record number of pieces on completed work order
- Record damaged product
- Proof of High school diploma or equivalent required (minimum)
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Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a fabricator. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for fabricator
- Perform specific operations as explained on the router and procedures
- Works under the direction of a leader, higher classified fabricator, or a supervisor
- Works from written or oral instructions in the necessary operations to meet schedules in compliance with job and quality standards
- Builds the less complex fixtures, jigs, or templates of metal as necessary
- Interprets blueprints and cuts stock into precise dimensions, using power-driven saws, hand shears, or similar equipment
- Performs skilled fitting and assembly of parts by welding, riveting, bolting, screwing, bonding or gluing
- Sets up and operates shop machines such as power brakes, grinders, shears, punches, sanders, drills and power saws
- Machine or fabricate parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill press, grinders, welder
- Perform basic engineering functions
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with all safety procedures, rules and regulations
Qualifications for fabricator
- Minimum 6 months of related industrial/mechanical experience and
- Must be able to lift consistently up to 35-50 lbs daily
- Ability to read and interpret developmental blueprints, Bills of Material, specifications and weld symbols
- Assemble equipment, including the use of basic hand and power tools
- Must be able to select and adjust welding equipment parameters
- Must be able to perform certified welder quality work (welding certification preferred)