HDPE FABRICATOR

Description

Position Summary:

PNP is looking for a reliable, hardworking craftsperson to assist in the manufacturing of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) floating structures. PNP’s HDPE products are used in a variety of applications including, but not limited to debris management, public safety, wave attenuation, fisheries conservation, water quality management, and marina infrastructure. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, has a positive attitude, and be able to work independently or with a team. PNP will provide on the job training (e.g., rigging, lifting, specialty tool safety and use). PNP will also provide an opportunity to obtain industry standard certifications for select candidates. 

Essential Duties:

• Perform various fabrication tasks using a variety of materials including HDPE pipe and sheeting, steel, wood, hardware, fiber reinforced plastic, vinyl, rubber, and other materials
• Read and interpret plan drawings and orders to select the correct materials, tools and equipment needed to complete work.
• Fabricate and assemble products per directions, plan/shop drawings and specifications
• Follow quality control procedures to ensure fabricated products meet required standards
• Maintain accurate inventory of materials used
• Assist with organizing materials and tools and preparing for upcoming projects
• Bundle and package materials for storage and shipping
• Load and unload raw materials and finished products 
• Maintain clean work area and equipment; and always follow Health Safety and Environmental procedures
• Perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with Pacific Netting Products company policies and procedures
• Operate fusion and extrusion equipment, handheld and power tools, saws and cutting equipment, forklifts and other equipment per safety regulations and manufacturer instructions
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of power tools used in fabrication, cutting, and measuring
• Working knowledge of basic carpentry and hand tools
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operation, maintenance, and procedures manuals
• Ability to read and interpret plan/shop drawings for fabrication
• Ability to understand/perform basic math functions of plane geometry, fractions, percentages, and ratios
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in written mathematical and diagram form
• Position requires forklift certification and on-the-job training/certification in fusion and/or extrusion equipment
• Off-site travel may be required for installation of PNP finished products.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies:

• Experience in construction preferred
• Prior fabrication experience and fusion qualification a plus 
• Trade and/or vocational education a plus.
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Dependable and reliable: Shows up every day on time, completes work in timely manner
• Available: Willing to work extended hours and overtime as needed to complete the work
• Responsible: Takes responsibility for own actions, keeps commitments, and completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
• Safety and Security Aware: Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions, uses equipment and materials properly
• Efficient and Organized: Prioritizes and plans work activities to meet deadlines, uses time efficiently
• Embraces Teamwork & Professionalism: Balances team and individual responsibilities, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, supports everyone's efforts to succeed, treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position
• Strives for both Quality and Quantity in work product: Works efficiently and with accuracy, looks for ways to improve and promote the effectiveness of fabrication operations, audits own work to ensure quality and accuracy, demonstrates attention to detail, strives to increase productivity

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time (6-8 hours a day); walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; push/pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

While performing this job the individual is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, equipment, and machines. Our spacious new building is well lit and heated, but at times may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, humid conditions, or work in high precarious places.