Fabricator/Welder

MIG/TIG Welder / Stainless & Carbon Steel Fitter / Fabricator
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Welder / Carbon Steel Fabricator

RDM is a leading Industrial & Laboratory Furniture Fabrication Company who has been servicing many industries for over 45 years. With a Wood Shop, Metal Shop and a Paint Shop, RDM provides a variety of Standard and Custom Solutions. We are currently seeking an experienced, highly motivated Carbon & Stainless Steel Steel Fabricator to join our Steel Division Team in Conroe, TX. Because we offer Custom Solutions, no two days are ever the same...

The Welder / Steel Fabricator is responsible for the production of the carbon steel project work at our fabrication facility, helping to ensure timely delivery of finished products to our customers. Fitting, Welding, Cutting, Material Planning, and General Metal Shop Work are the primary responsibilities for this position.

Other responsibilities include working with the management team. The Welder coordinates to execute the project schedule. He / She will be responsible for reviewing fabrication drawings and coordinating material needs with foreman.

The Ideal Candidate will be proficient in multiple areas including welding processes such as: metal inert gas (MIG) welding, fitting, reading complex production drawings. Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding experience would be beneficial, but not necessary. Other important skills that could apply, but are not required include experience operating a laser cutting machine, performing sheet metal cutting/bending with shear and press brake, iron worker use and Final Cleanup / Finishing of Stainless Steel to produce either a smooth (sim. to 2B) or brushed finish (sim. to #4). The types of metals used in the welding process usually consist of mild carbon steel.

A minimum of 4-5 years working experience in a fabrication shop performing a leading role such as lead man/lead woman, is required.

You must have reliable transportation and be able to work at least 40 hours a week. Some overtime will be required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

This is a job summary and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Since we are a small company, you will occasionally be asked to perform many other tasks, including, but not limited to building of shipping crates, packaging units for shipping, cleaning the shop, maintaining the machines, loading and unloading of trucks with a forklift, etc. If you do not know how to do these tasks, or will not do them, please do not apply for the job.

Essential Duties:

 Perform carbon & stainless steel steel fabrication.
 Review shop fabrication documents and generate cut lists / task lists.
 Work closely with design / production engineer(s) to optimize manufacturing processes.
 Perform accurate in-process and final inspections to maintain product quality.
 Perform MIG Welding - Light Gauge Tubing and Sheet Metal (Typically Less than 1/8" thickness - some 1/4"thick plus)
 Use basic shop tools and equipment. (Table Saw, Chop Saw, Grinders, Sanders, Hand Tools, Etc.)
 Ability to use (or learn to use) advanced shop fabrication equipment.
 Assist Management Team to schedule tasks for the production schedule chart / daily task list.
 Organize and assist / direct training programs.
 Monitor production progress on a daily basis.
 Utilizing the Production Schedule, responsible for having each job scheduled and planned through completion. Based on this control, the Welder must report to management what manpower is going to be required to complete projects on time.
 Maintain an orderly file system for shop fabrication blue prints (Pre-Established).
 Maintain Stock Inventory of Materials & Hardware needed to keep manufacturing going.
 Perform Weekly / Monthly / Annual Maintenance on user Equipment.
 Perform all other assigned tasks.

Education:

Minimum requirement:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Must have related job / shop experience.

Experience / Requirements:

At least 5 years previous experience as a production welder; Experience in MIG welding role; Knowledge of Wood / Metal / Paint manufacturing processes is a plus.

 Effective welding skills, with a strong focus on manufacturing processes.
 Detail Oriented, Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
 Reliable, Responsible, and be able to Work Independently.
 Must have effective Written and Oral Communication skills.
 Great organizational and interpersonal skills and a positive attitude are necessary.
 High level of Integrity and Accountability.
 Ability to Diagnose Malfunctioning Machinery is a Plus
 Ability to Service Machinery is a Plus (Basic Repairs)
 Qualified candidates will maintain a practical, common sense approach to completing all work while meeting the RDM Simple Standards Program commitment to QUALITY – SERVICE – TIMING.

Job Type: Full-time (Some overtime – 10-hour weeks)

Schedule: Monday to Friday - 8 hours ea. (Sometimes Saturday – Avoiding Sunday)
Coordinated with Employees…

Salary: $20.00 to $24.00 /hour

Additional Compensation: Bonuses (When Business is Profitable, of course)

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Work Location: One location

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who:

 Values and Performs with Super Strong Work Ethic
 is Dependable -- Extremely Reliable.
 is Detail-Oriented – Ability to identify and give attention to the smaller details of the bigger picture that otherwise might be missed.
 has a High tolerance for stress -- thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

All new hires must provide identification to verify eligibility to work in the U.S., pass a pre-employment medical exam which includes a drug screening and physical abilities assessment.

We offer an excellent benefit package including health, dental, & vision benefits, paid time off & holidays.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Warehouse

Experience:

• Welding: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person