What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitter position at Hammer Haag Steel?
About Hammer Haag Steel
Hammer Haag is a rapidly growing, family-owned steel fabrication company. Over the last five years, we have doubled our workforce and continue to exceed growth expectations, surpassing our revenue goals this year by several million dollars. With a culture that blends hard work and a friendly atmosphere, our company values every team member, from top to bottom. As the amount of work moving through our shop continues to increase and with a new fabrication facility opening next year, we are expanding our prefabrication team to support that growth and keep material moving efficiently through production. We are looking for individuals who want to build a long-term career with our company. Through hands-on experience, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities, you'll have the opportunity to continue learning, expand your knowledge, and grow professionally within a stable, rewarding company that prioritizes both individual contributions and the overall success of our team.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a Steel Fabrication Kitter to prepare and organize all of the parts needed before a fabrication job reaches our fitters and welders.
The Kitter is responsible for making sure each job has the correct parts, everything has been properly cut and prepared, and nothing is missing before the job moves into fabrication. This position requires someone who can read fabrication drawings, stay organized, catch mistakes, and understand how parts come together before they reach the fitter.
Responsibilities:
- Review fabrication drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), and production schedules
- Gather and organize all parts required for each fabrication job
- Verify parts have been properly cut, drilled, beveled, coped, or otherwise prepared as required
- Confirm hardware, free-issue parts, and other required components are included
- Check parts for correct dimensions, hole locations, and other fabrication requirements
- Test fit parts when needed to verify fit and accuracy
- Identify missing, incorrect, or incomplete parts before releasing a kit to fabrication
- Coordinate with machine operators and production when parts need to be completed or remade
- Complete traveler sheets and required production documentation
- Stage completed kits in the correct location based on the production schedule
- Use forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment to move steel parts and kits
- Keep work areas and staged material organized
Qualifications:
- Ability to read and understand steel fabrication drawings and BOMs
- Understanding of basic steel fabrication processes, including cutting, drilling, beveling, coping, fitting, and welding
- Strong attention to detail and ability to catch missing or incorrect parts
- Organized and able to keep multiple jobs and components separated and accounted for
- Comfortable working with steel parts and large/heavy material
- Able to use forklifts, overhead cranes, and material-handling equipment
- Able to communicate and work effectively with machine operators, fitters, welders, and production leadership
- Dependable and able to keep up with production schedules
- Reliable transportation
Why Work at Hammer Haag?
- Unlimited growth potential. We reward employees who work hard, care, take complete responsibility for their area, and deliver results.
- Bimonthly company parties, annual Christmas party, and fun staff events throughout the year.
- Fun, welcoming team that takes work seriously while also having a great time.
Hammer Haag Steel is a drug-free facility. Employees are subject to random drug tests and must complete a drug test as part of the application process. Background checks are also required for employment screening.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20