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Shipfitter

Fincantieri Marine Group
Marinette, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, plum bob, auto level, transit, go-no-go gauge, combination square, calipers, and ruler. Cuts work piece, using powered saws, gas torch, oxi-fuel, and plasma torch. Installs or repairs decks, bulkheads, and tank linings.

Observes tests on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications. Prepare and inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments.

Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper. Welds components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts, using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment. Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.

Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations. Develops templates and other work aids to hold and align parts. Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.

Welcome to the heart of shipbuilding excellence right here in the heartland! We're the go-to destination for cutting-edge manufacturing enthusiasts who thrive on excitement and innovation. Located in the vibrant Midwest, our climate-controlled facility sets the stage for some of the most thrilling work in the industry and area.

As part of our dynamic team, you will be part of constructing the Frigate, LCS, MMSC, and more which helps in shaping tomorrow's Navy. Picture yourself at the forefront of tomorrow's naval technology, with every weld contributing to vessels that will command the seas.

Join us in this state-of-the-art facility where precision meets passion, and where your manufacturing skills will shine brighter than ever before. If you're ready to be part of a team that's shaping the future of maritime engineering, then this is the place for you. Come aboard and let's build greatness together in the heart of the Midwest! If you decide to join us and are not from the local area relocation options are available

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to work at heights.
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions.
  • Must be available to work all 4 shifts, and weekends as required.
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs.
  • Must be able to work in confined and enclosed spaces.

SKILLS:

  • Must have experience setting up, troubleshooting, and utilizing weld machines.
  • Must have experience laying out and measuring utilizing the metric system.
  • Must have experience working with blueprints.
  • Must have experience working with hand tools.
  • Must have experience working with overhead cranes to include safe rigging of equipment to be lifted.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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