Overview:
JBT Diversified Food & Health is a prime solutions and equipment provider within the preservation industry segment. From preparation to preservation, conveying and packaging, our comprehensive range of technologies captures the freshness, taste, texture, appearance and nutritional value of fresh and processed fruit and vegetable products, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a
Manufacturing Technician- Welder / Fabricator
to join our team!

The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for supporting all manufacturing operations for which the employee is trained and qualified to perform, including foundation skills of basic safety and environment, blueprint reading for measurements to plan layout and weld procedures. This position will mainly focus on welding and fabricating duties with various components for welding according to specification per blueprints. The ideal candidate will also have a steady hand and great attention to detail. Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.

This is a temporary job through a staffing agency

Responsibilities:

Handles raw materials by retrieving stock from racks, shearing, breaking and cutting the stock to size, Measures materials properly to be cut, and welded deburring the edges of the material.

preparae the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements

Join / fabricate, and or repair various types of metal objects using an array of welding techniques such as MIG and TIG welding, Carbon Arc, and other techniques.

Operate grinders, other power tools.

Ensures that work areas are clean and orderly.

Uses and maintains equipment responsibly.

Complies with all Safety rules and regulations, including:

Compliance with all written safety procedures, policies, and work practices.

Reports all incidents including injuries and illnesses, near misses, property damage, chemical spills and fires to a Team Lead immediately.

Participates in safety meetings, training, and committees.

Reports all hazards, unsafe conditions or unsafe behaviors to a Team Lead.

Intervenes with co-workers when unsafe behaviors are observed.

Conducts required inspections

Performs additional duties as assigned for fabrication.

Qualifications:

High school diploma / GED

3-5 years’ experience is preferred

Strong knowledge of machines in a manufacturing setting

Ability to accurately read complex blueprints

Able to lift a maximum of 40 pounds and stand for an eight-hour work shift

Committed to quality, safety and communication

Team-oriented and self-directed

Carry out production, 1st piece inspection

Set up welding fixtures and ensure all materials are readily available

Must possess strong math skills

Proven history of working with gauges as needed for welding and fabrication

Perform appropriate duties as assigned by management

Maintain a safe and clean work space

Follow established safety rules and regulations

Strong ability to analyze the requirements of detailed part drawings into measurements for production

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.