Fabrication Technician

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Status

Full Time

Reports To

Custom Solutions Production Supervisor

Location

Wallingford, CT

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

ABOUT US

Albany Valve & Fitting Co., Inc., a privately held company, is an authorized sales and service center for the Swagelok Company, a $2B global organization that designs, manufactures, and delivers an expanding range of the highest quality fluid system products. Since its incorporation in May 1972, Albany Valve & Fitting Co., Inc. has served customers in Eastern New York State (23 counties in the Tech Valley), the State of Connecticut, the State of Vermont, and Western Massachusetts (4 counties).

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Custom Solutions Production Supervisor, the Custom Solutions Associate fabricates and assembles Swagelok parts and subassemblies to customer specifications, and serves as an in-house technical resource on fabricated products. The role also supports equipment rentals and assists walk-in customers.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, works well both independently and as part of a team, and builds strong working relationships with coworkers and customers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Fabrication & Assembly

- Learn the mechanical principles of Swagelok products and become the technical expert and resource on Swagelok parts and products fabricated in house.

- Obtain the required Swagelok certifications within 12 months of hire and keep them current (see below).

- Develop and maintain proficiency with Swagelok fabrication equipment (see below).

- Perform hose and tube cutting, orbital welding, gauge filling, and ball valve assembly.

- Review and interpret engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs) for accuracy.

- Once certified, inspect and verify other fabricators’ work for compliance with the Quality System.

- Maintain tools and safety equipment and keep the work area clean and organized.

Required Swagelok Certifications (including but not limited to)

▪     Welding

▪     Tube Bending

▪     Hose Assembly

▪     Gauge Filling

▪     Ball Valve Assembly

▪     Fitting Assembly and Reassembly

Swagelok Equipment Proficiency

▪     Orbital Welding System

▪     Pre-Swaging Tool

▪     Hydraulic Swaging Unit

▪     Electric Tube Bender

▪     Manual Tube Bender

▪     MS-Spot Tool

▪     Swagelok Push-On Hose Tool

▪     Digital Caliper

▪     Facing / Deburring Tool

Project Support & Customer Service

- Complete project documentation, submittals, and part specifications.

- Manage assigned fabrication jobs from start to finish, communicating status to the team and to customers.

- Prepare, inspect, and fulfill tool and equipment rental orders for the distributorship.

- Assist walk-in customers and make sure their questions and product needs are addressed.

- Collaborate with the Custom Solutions (CS) team to identify solutions and develop process improvements.

- Comply with safety regulations and Quality System requirements; uphold all ISO and OSHA standards and maintain applicable documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

- Associate’s degree or completion of a technical or trade program, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on fabrication experience.

- Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools.

- Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.

- Shop math skills: fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and proportions; reading calipers; converting between inch and metric; and working to tolerances.

- Basic geometry and trigonometry as applied to tube bending and layout.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

- Organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple jobs at once.

- Clear oral and written communication, including the ability to handle customer questions or concerns professionally.

- Commitment to quality, lean production, safety, and continuous improvement.

Preferred

- Experience in fabrication, assembly, or a machine or welding shop.

- Orbital or TIG welding experience.

- Experience with tube fittings, tube bending, or hose assembly.

- Experience with an ERP system.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

- Fast-paced environment with a varied and frequently changing workload.

- Work is performed primarily in a fabrication shop setting, with some time at the customer counter.

- Assembly work requiring hand and finger dexterity and precise hand-eye coordination.

- Close vision for precision measurement and inspection; must be able to pass a vision acuity test.

- Exposure to shop noise, welding, and moving equipment; required PPE (such as safety glasses, gloves, and safety footwear) must be worn.

- Standing and walking for extended periods, with frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand motion.

- Regular lifting of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

- Valid driver’s license with no restrictions on operating a motor vehicle.

CORE VALUES

Quality  •  Integrity  •  Respect  •  Customer Focus  •  Continuous Improvement  •  Innovation

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

- Be part of a locally owned and operated business, affiliated with a global organization that values treating everyone with integrity and respect.

- Be part of a progressive company that challenges the status quo.

- Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance.

- 401(k).

- Paid vacation, sick, and personal days.

- Paid holidays.

The duties and responsibilities, qualifications, physical conditions, and other statements in this description represent the current general nature of the job and are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. This job description is not all-inclusive and does not limit the assignments given to an employee in this role. Employees are expected to perform any and all duties (compliant, legal, and ethical) assigned by Company leadership, collaboratively and with the best interests of the customer and the Company in mind.