What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metal Fabricator position at The Yamwood Foundry?
Description:
Welder/fabricator works alongside the custom fabrication team to produce the finest custom furniture and unique metal fabrications in the industry. Candidate must be able to use technical drawings and other specifications to construct custom furniture, signage, wall art and other high-end custom metal products using standard welding and machine shop equipment. Must have experience in TIG and MIG welding.
Responsibilities:
TIG and MIG welding of steel, stainless, and aluminum
Produce very high-end work with delicate finishes and close tolerances required to produce exclusive furniture products sold to a very demanding clientele
Sweep, empty trash and maintain a clean workspace
Work with Fabrication Manager and develop schedules to maintain project deadlines
Experience Required:
- Minimum of two years’ experience in TIG and MIG welding in a fabrication shop
- Must be comfortable and capable of working directly from drawings to create a product from start to finish
- Must have experience operating all common shop fabrication equipment to include: roll formers, box/pan brake, hydraulic press brake, shear, cold saw, band saw, grinders, cutting torches, mill, and lathe at an advanced skill level
- Must be able to prototype/jig and understand production
- Experience in completing directional and non-directional sanded finishes and polishing experience is a plus
- Experience with finishes is a plus
- Experience driving a forklift is a plus
Skills Required:
- Enthusiastic, positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Excellent attention to detail and effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Strong focus on quality and attention to detail
Working Conditions:
This position primarily works in a shop environment. This position is occasionally required to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, and lift up to 60 lbs. May be required to stand on feet for lengthy periods of time. This position may be exposed to exhaust fumes or other airborne particles.
YAM Worldwide is a drug-free, smoke-free, and fragrance-free work environment.
YAM believes in a diverse environment and is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (and gender identity or gender nonconformity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws. YAM will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.