Fabrication 1 VB (Day Shift)

Design, weld and fabricate new and existing equipment, parts and tools.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains all welding and fabrication equipment and supplies.

• Builds, creates and designs equipment throughout the entire facility based on orders received. 

• Uses welding and other fabrication equipment to fabricate equipment as needed.

• Maintains any testing requirements as set forth by your supervisor or company; keeps up to date any training that will be needed for this position.

• Possesses knowledge of and utilizes Simmons Hot Works Program as needed.

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Fabricator and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Must work on feet the entire shift with lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending and working in the extreme heat or cold. Be able to lift, push or pull up to 100 pounds. 

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Hearing protection, eye protection, leather gloves

Travel: N/A

Technical Experience: Proficiency in various types of welding such as MIG, TIG and stick. Knowledge and use of oxy acetylene torch and plasma cutter. Computer skills.  

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization.

Minimum Education: Must have strong math skills. 

Preferred Education: Experience with AUTOCAD. High School Diploma or GED.  

Competencies: Communication skills & decision quality - Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team. Have the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines; have the ability to seek out and solve problems.

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