Fabricator

THE PLASTEK GROUP is seeking great people for its Manufacturing Division located in Hamlet, NC. The Plastek Group is a multi-national custom plastics injection molder of consumer packaging for large companies such Proctor & Gamble, Unilever, Church & Dwight and many others. Plastek has good pay, great benefits, is safe and secure, and a has fantastic work environment. Check us out today and find out why more than 320 people in Hamlet have a great career at Plastek!

As Plastek’s Fabricator:

The Fabricator position reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor and must work in coordination with co-workers to be effective. The Fabricator is primarily responsible for welding and fabrication of materials to assist with production and maintenance of machines and continuous improvement.

• 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 track 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:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Experienced Welder (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
• Experience with Electrode arc welder, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welder, oxyacetylene welding and cutting equipment.
• Experience with metal cutting and bending equipment (shears, brake presses, drill presses)
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to follow directions and work alone and with a team
• Welding Certification

Occupational and/or Physical Requirements

Understanding of paperwork procedures and documentation requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable assistance
• Ability to spend up to 12 hours a shift on foot around hot machinery (continental)
• Ability to move from one area to another by stepping over and/or bending under objects, pushing and pulling objects

$20.00 to $22.00 based on experience.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance ( on site nurses and a dr too!)
• Free dental
• Free vision
• Free short term disability
• Free life insurance
• 401K
• Vacation
• Steel Toe reimbursement program
• Flexible spending account

To learn more about The Plastek Group, visit us at www.plastekgroup.com & on YouTube (search Plastek).

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OTHER PLASTEK POSITIONS AVAILABLE - REFER A FRIEND! We offer a generous referral program as well. Ask for details! All of these positions provide a lot of room to learn and move up the career ladder! Plastek is a stable and growing company.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Fabrication: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hamlet, NC 28345 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22