Fitter / Structural Steel Fabricator

ProcessBarronPelham, AlabamaOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 10 hours ago

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About this role

Job Title

Fitter

Location

Pelham, AL / Pinson, AL

Department

Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full-Time, Hourly

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Position Summary

ProcessBarron is seeking an experienced Fitter to join our Manufacturing team. This position is responsible for building and assembling large-scale steel structures and mechanical equipment using blueprints, drawings, and fabrication specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong fitting, layout, assembly, welding, and rigging experience in a heavy fabrication environment.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Build and assemble large structural and mechanical steel fabrications.

- Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

- Perform layout, fitting, and assembly of fabricated components.

- Operate hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment safely and effectively.

- Perform fitting techniques including grinding, shrinking, stretching, and hand burning.

- Utilize overhead cranes and rigging equipment to safely move materials and assemblies.

- Perform stick welding and flux-core welding as required.

- Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards and specifications are met.

- Maintain a clean and organized work area.

- Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment and workplace inspections.

- Report safety concerns and potential hazards immediately.

- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications

- High School Diploma or GED.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a fabrication shop environment .

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.

- Experience fitting and assembling large steel structures and mechanical components.

- Knowledge of rigging and overhead crane operations.

- Experience with stick welding and flux-core welding processes.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

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Preferred Qualifications

- Technical school training.

- Welding certification(s).

- Additional fabrication or manufacturing certifications.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

- Goal-oriented and quality-focused.

- Safety-conscious mindset.

- Desire to continuously learn and improve.

- Strong mechanical aptitude.

- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.

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Physical Requirements

- Ability to lift and move 50+ pounds regularly.

- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, climb ladders, and work at heights as needed.

- Ability to work in manufacturing conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, fumes, and other industrial environmental factors.

- Ability to access all areas of a manufacturing facility, including elevated and confined spaces when required

Qualifications

Read Blueprints and/or Drawings
•    Use Welding material per provided drawings.
•    Communicate defects to manager.
3.    Safety 
•    Attend scheduled safety meetings.
•    Enforce all applicable safety policies. 
•    Maintain a safe work environment
•    Promote safety among co-workers.
•    Participate in Behavior Based Safety program.
4.    Power saws and portable grinders
•    Assist in use of portable grinder, hand file, and/or scraper as necessary 
•    Use precision measuring tools to inspect grooves and angles
5.    Other
•    All other duties as assigned.     ATTRIBUTES: What are the Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities for this position? 
•    Problem Solving – Ability to read blueprints
•    Must be capable of working any shift, overtime, be on-call, or work seven days a week, if needed.
•    Must be able to multiple tasks with a strong sense of urgency to meet the customer needs.
•    Must be able to work well within a team environment and take instructions from management and co-workers.  
•    Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently
•    Must possess the basic reading and math skills
•    Must have good written and verbal communicate skills.
•    Strong record of attendance reliability
•    Safety Oriented with the ability to work well within a team environment.
•    Must be capable of performing the essential job duties required of this job

Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:
•    Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
•    Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
•    Access all areas within a site which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels. 
•    Will be working at times in covered environment or in an outside environment.
•    The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions:  Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Particles.
•    The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
•    Ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed.