What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabrication Shop Associate position at Environmental Pneumatics Inc.?
About Us
At Environmental Pneumatics, we specialize in industrial systems, including steel support structures, blowers, ductwork, and conveyors. We pride ourselves on producing high-quality, durable equipment for our clients. We are currently looking for a detail-oriented Fabrication Shop Associate to join our shop floor team and help ensure every product leaves our facility meeting our quality standards.
Job Summary
We do not accept applications through Indeed. Please bring your resume and apply in person at 215 Bowers Road, Oakland, TN 38060 between 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM from Monday through Friday. We are seeking an entry-level Fabrication Shop Associate to assist our fabrication and welding teams. In this role, your primary focus will be cleaning and preparing newly fabricated parts for the painting process. This is a critical quality control position. You will be the last set of eyes on the product before it goes to paint, ensuring the surface is perfectly smooth and ready for finishing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to get their foot in the door in a metal fabrication environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Part Preparation: Clean and prep fabricated steel and metal parts for the painting department.
- Surface Grinding: Effectively remove weld spatter, BBs, and slag from completed welds.
- Tool Operation: Safely and effectively use hand-held power tools, specifically flap disc grinders and wire brushes, to achieve a smooth finish.
- Quality Control (Critical): Perform rigorous visual and tactile inspections of all parts before they are cleared for paint, ensuring no defects or rough edges are missed.
- Shop Maintenance: Assist in general shop cleanup, sweeping, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment.
- Team Support: Assist welders, fabricators, and painters with material handling and basic shop tasks as needed.
Requirements
- Education: High School diploma or GED required.
- Attention to Detail: Strong observational skills with a commitment to quality control and catching small imperfections.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy materials (up to 50 lbs), and perform physical labor in a standard fabrication shop environment.
- Safety Mindset: Commitment to following all shop safety protocols, including wearing proper PPE (safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, etc.).
- Work Ethic: Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing, construction, or fabrication environment.
- Basic familiarity with power tools (grinders, sanders, drills).
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,837 - $52,477