Shop / Welder Helper

Custom Fabricators & Repairs, Inc is seeking a Welder/Shop Helper to support our welders and fabricators. This position offers high-visibility, growth opportunities, and exciting builds.

Custom Fabricators & Repairs, Inc is a well-respected miscellaneous metals & structural steel fabricator who has been in business for over three decades. Quality & service are the core principles of our company and we prioritize excellent relationships with our clients. We are the only AISC certificated structural steel fabricator in Bryan, TX. We provide structural & misc steel, as well misc material sales (steel, aluminum, stainless steel), misc repairs, custom work, and job shop services. We service clients in the commercial retail/residential/office, educational, pharmaceutical, food service, manufacturing industries and more.

Job Summary: The Welder/Shop Helper will be responsible for ensuring parts are available, moving materials between workstations, grinding and cleaning welds, drilling and taping holes, and general assistance to welders. Must work individually and as a team as required to achieve production, quality, and quantity goals. Performing repetitive work is essential. Must maintain a high degree of quality and inspect work to ensure it meets quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)

• Safety is the top priority while performing any part of your job.
• Able to maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Knowledge of safe use and handling of power tools.
• Able to perform grinding, sanding, painting, and any other mechanical duties assigned by the shop or structural foreman.
• Lift and load work materials into positions as directed using hoists, cranes, or forklift.
• Help provide welders with support, tools and supplies needed to complete work.
• Assist welders in loading or moving heavy work pieces during work operations.
• Able to follow directions of welders to assist in manufacturing process.
• Clean workpieces to remove impurities, such as slag, rust, and grease as necessary with grinder or scraper.
• Prep pieces for paint.
• Able to read and understand production drawings to help manufacture products.
• Ability to use time and equipment efficiently to complete projects on time.
• Driving to pick up parts/deliver as well as any other assigned tasks Painting – must be able to haul 27’ + trailer.
• Other general shop duties required by the shop or structural foreman.
• Inspect all equipment daily to check for leaky cylinders, hoses, or connections.
• Palletizing, shrink wrapping, & banding product/materials.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

***MUST Have ability to read tape measure and general use of power tools such as drill press, grinder, saw, sanders and general hand tools. Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions a must! ***

• Must be detail-oriented and able to focus on small details.
• Knowledge of safe use and handling of power tools.
• You will also be using a shear, iron worker, press brake, saw, lathe mill and hand tools for fabrication.
• Able to follow directions and work with a sense of urgency.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Welding experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer focused attitude.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and perform repetitive motion for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry 100 lbs of product and material.
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards – Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Contribute to team effort by communicating and working well with others, as well as accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Sweeping & cleaning production areas.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Maintain a high degree of integrity with regards to professional behavior and safety.

Key Competencies:

• Able to work 5 days a week, some overtime required.
• Read a tape measure.
• Trainable for new processes.
• Ability to learn new processes.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Possess a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
• Required
• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift driving experience a plus.
• 6 months of working experience.
• Able to understand the English language.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing in compliance with safety protocols.

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible — enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction.
• Achievement-oriented — enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail.
• Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction.
• High stress tolerance — thrives in a high-pressure environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short term disability
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8-10-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Grow your career supported by an energized and passionate team, training, flexibility, and opportunities for advancement. We offer competitive wages and benefits including comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, matching 401(k), paid time off and more.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Includes

Pay frequency:

Work Remotely

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented — enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible — enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented — would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented — enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative — prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
• High stress tolerance — thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Welding: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location