CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Job Title: Welder and Fabricator Technician To: Production ManagerLocation: Theodore, ALABOUT FRONTIER TECHNOLOGIESFrontier Technologies is a well-respected manufacturer of machined and fabricated components and a provider of aftermarket services for the renewable energy market. With two locations in Brewton, AL and Theodore, AL, we specialize in Energy, Services, Engineering, and Logistics providing wind turbine components and services to our customer that encompasses anything from welded brackets, wood platforms, and rework.Frontier Technologies is now part of Gexpro Services, a world-class Supply Chain Services outsource provider, specializing in developing and managing production inventory management programs.
Our managed inventory programs are designed to support manufacturing OEM’s with their engineered production material specifications, fulfillment, and quality requirements.Our expertise is in a broad offering of engineered commodities, coupled with our program management capabilities and established global supply chain network, uniquely position Gexpro Services to deliver rapid improvements in fulfillment, transaction and material costs productivity, and process and product quality. That's why we’re looking for someone like you - a fresh thinking, innovator, and groundbreaker.Benefits: Frontier Technologies offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, an employee assistance program, health wellness programs, pet insurance and more! Eligible employees can contribute to our 401(k) immediately with a competitive match. Lastly, we offer several paid holidays and paid time off that includes personal, sick and vacation time.Welder and Fabricator Tech I Responsibilities: We are looking for a Welder and Fabricator Tech I to fill an opening immediately in Brewton, Alabama. The qualified Welder & Fabricator Tech I position is a team level member who is responsible for cutting, joining, and shaping metal and other materials using heat and a range of tools.
The Welder Tech I will report to the CNC/Welding Manager.· Read, interpret, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately create equipment and products.· Utilize a variety of handheld tools, such as drills, grinders, tape measures, weld gauges and welding hand tools. It is expected to fit and prep your parts for welding.· Maintain weld machines using preventative maintenance methods· Create specific weldment set-ups and fixturing to hold production parts in tolerance.· Basic fabrication skills to be able to assemble and weld parts to hold tolerance and have an expectation of how welding can manipulate assembly.· Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards and identify product defects.· Rework and or repair welded parts and products· Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work areaRequirements: The Welder and Fabricator Tech I should preferably possess a high school diploma or GED.
The Welder and Fabricator Tech I should preferably possess 1-2 years’ experience using MIG and flux core. At least 1 year of experience inTIG, Carbon Steel, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel is expected to qualify for a higher starting rate of pay. The Welder and Fabricator Tech I must have basic math skills with the ability to accurately read/use a tape measure and understand standard and metric measurement systems. A successful candidate must also be able to successfully interface with a computer to access manufacturing shop floor control system.
The Welder and Fabricator Tech I must be able to perform essential job requirements as identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted, work in variable temperature conditions, walking on hard surface, standing continuously, and repetitive use of hands/manual dexterity. The Welder and Fabricator Tech I should possess the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, organize and prioritize job tasks to aid in satisfying customer requirements.
The ideal candidate must also have strong attendance and possess the ability to work overtime as needed.DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Gexpro Services (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor) is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
