Steel Fabricator

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the fabrication, assembly, and repair of steel components. Work involves using a variety of tools and equipment to cut, weld, and fabricate metal according to technical specifications, while ensuring all tasks comply with safety regulations and quality standards.

Work is performed under minimal supervision with considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. Position relies on experience to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions in this job description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job.

• Reads and interprets blueprints drawings, and specifications to determine fabrication requirements

• Measures, marks, and cuts steel materials using manual tools such as saws, torches, and grinders

• Shapes and assembles steel components using hand tools and conventional fabrication equipment

• Performs welding tasks (MIG, TIG, or stick) as needed to join metal parts

• Operates equipment such as drill presses, ironworkers, and press brakes (manual)

• Inspects finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications

• Maintains a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards

• Works collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goals

• Ensures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

• Follows organizational safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of experience as a fabricator, including some previous lead-worker responsibility or demonstrated ability to lead the work of others;

• OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Skill in welding, cutting, and fabrication

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical or vocational training in metal fabrication fundamentals, or related field

• Bilingual – English and Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of steel fabrication and repair techniques

• Thorough knowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards related to equipment operation

• Skill in the use of applicable department and organization specific software; ability to learn and become proficient in the use of other specialized software as may be required

• Skill in using mathematics required for the work

• Ability to adapt quickly to a multicultural environment

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings

• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment to cut, weld, and fabricate metal

• Ability to teach reliability best practices, condition monitoring, and precision methods

• Ability to plan, assign, and guide the work of assigned staff

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors and senior workers

• Ability to follow public safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe manner

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

• Ability to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job duties

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:

• Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

• Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).

• Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals. 

BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, vision

• Short-term and Long-term Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity

• Employee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)

• 401(k) program with highly competitive match

• Tuition reimbursement

COMPANY VISION:

SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others who are equally passionate.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org. 

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.