What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Fabricator position at Westlake Careers?
About Westlake Pipe and Fittings
Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS?
We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.
COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS
- Benefits Effective Day 1
- Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&D
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Opportunity for Advancement
Summary: Fabricates new and repairs existing equipment using welders, torches, saws, and grinders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility of the Maintenance Fabricator is to safely and efficiently perform top-quality operational duties on a daily basis which include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Fabricates and repairs anything required for the facility or production operations
- Drawing/print reading for fabrication purposes
- Performs other work-related duties and tasks as assigned by leadership
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualifications: Knowledge of welding equipment and techniques, use of torches, saws, grinders and other power and hand tools. Experience with plasma cutter table and electric brake press required.
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Three years’ experience as a welder/fabricator in an industrial maintenance department.
Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend sufficient English to follow work instructions and blueprints. Must be able to communicate well verbally with others.
Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills associated with work including angle determinations and understandings.
Reasoning Ability: Strong reasoning ability to comprehend and interpret designs. Must work well with little supervision.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be able to achieve and retain a forklift license.
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. Must be able to do some climbing on machines, be able to lift 70 pounds, and stand/walk for an 8-hour shift.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. General factory. Exposed to heat, cold, noise, dust, oil/grease and traveling powered industrial vehicles.
