What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipefitter position at American Rheinmetall?
Come work with one of the fastest growing companies in the area! Apply today with American Rheinmetall, formerly known as Loc Performance Products, LLC. today and you could be eligible for:
Paid vacation
Tuition reimbursement
401k retirement plan with a match of 3%
11 paid company holidays
Insurance benefits including medical, dental,
vision, STD and LTD
American Rheinmetall, formerly known as Loc Performance Products, LLC provides full services for complex mechanical products, fabricated structures and systems that range from complete design services to prototype manufacturing, testing, production launch, full rate production and product service and sustainment. Loc provides quality products and services at affordable prices through a lean organizational structure and four facilities, three in Michigan that span 910,000 square feet, and one in Ohio, that span 800,000 square feet. The Plymouth, MI facility serves as corporate headquarters and specializes in suspension, driveline, and track systems. The Lansing and Lapeer Michigan based facilities specialize in fabrications and armor product solutions. Loc’s St. Mary’s, Ohio facility manufactures rubber track products for agricultural, construction, and defense industries. Visit our website at http://www.locperformance.com
Summary:
The Pipefitter is responsible for layout and fabrication, assembly, installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of piping/ plumbing systems, fixtures and equipment. These include but are not limited to steam, water, heating, cooling, lubricating and related systems. Responsibilities include hydraulic & pneumatic systems and components. Completes appropriate paperwork, machine documentation and preventative maintenance records. Assists other maintenance team members in meeting department requirements while serving as a resource to production, engineering and other plant personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary,
- The qualified candidate will be interpreting specifications, blueprints, manufacturers' manuals, sketches, and/or similar documents.
- Plan pipe system layout, installation, and repair according to industry standard and specifications.
- Cut, thread pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders. -Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by threading joints.
- Troubleshoot complex systems with and without the assistance of engineering documentation.
- Must be able to use all types of hand and power tools and supply own set of tools of the trade.
- Education and/or Experience
- High school Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
- 5-7 yrs. Experience working with similar systems
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual will need to perform the following competencies.
Quantity of Work
The quantity of work produced and the promptness with which it is completed.
Quality of Work
The ability displayed and accuracy of work produced, meeting company standards, and requiring little to no rework.
Judgement/Knowledge of Job
Knowledge of job, techniques, skills, equipment, procedures, materials, etc.
Attendance/Dependability
Punctuality and attendance.
Teamwork/ Attitude
Willingness and cooperativeness with co-workers and supervisors; ability to accept constructive criticism.
Initiative/Independence
The degree to which an employee searches out new tasks and expands their ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision.
Adherence to Policy
Follow quality environmental policies and have knowledge of AS9100 and IS14001.
Adherence to Safety
Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
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.
- Employee must be able to climb and work off of ladders and aerial lifts
- Employee must be able to understand and use all tools of the craft
- Employee must be able to withstand high temperature and humidity in the work area, sometimes in excess of 100 degrees and cold of 0 degrees
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
American Rheinmetall, formerly known as Loc Performance is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
