What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fitter position at Union Metal Industries Corporation?
DEPARTMENT: 10-Bay Production
REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Fitter will assemble subparts by welding into completed assemblies prior to welding, which is specified in blueprints, work orders or at the direct instruction of the Supervisor.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform fitting tasks under the direction of the immediate supervisor
- Assess blueprints, drawings, and specifications to establish work requirements
- Organize work orders, and prepare accurate reports regarding tools, equipment, and materials daily
- Conduct exact measurements, layout, and fitting tasks per drawings/diagrams in accordance with UMIC procedures
- Provide visual quality assurance in line with UMIC QC requirements
- Complete any relevant specific job duties as required by immediate supervision
- Operate punches, grinders, drills, saws, oxy-fuel torches, plasma cutters, and other basic equipment and hand tools
- Cut, drill, bevel and grind subparts as required to perform a quality end-product
- Perform welding prep (grinding, beveling, etc.) as required
- Move and/or organize material as needed to support fitting tasks
- Maintain a clean and orderly workstation
- Install temporary bracing as required to prevent distortion during the welding process
REQUIRED SKILLS / ATTITUDES:
- Knowledge of basic shop mathematics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in heavy structural fabrication
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, shop drawings, and welding symbols
- Proficient in effective operation of welding equipment
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma/GED equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- 1-2 years of structural-steel fitting experience.
- Must pass welding test as part of the application process
PHYSICAL AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to occasionally pull, push, carry, or lift tools, equipment, or materials 50 lbs. or less
- Ability to withstand occasional bending, squatting, or crouching
- Ability to frequently handle (hold, seize, grasp, turn, etc.) tools, equipment, or material
- Ability to work in inclement weather conditions, including cold, heat, and humidity
- Adhere to all Safety Policies and Procedures, including, but not limited to, proper PPE, and Daily Equipment Inspections (welding equipment and tools)
Union Metal Industries Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, medical condition, marital or protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
