JobFinders in Sedalia, MO has partnered with a local manufacturer and we are looking for Fabrication Operators to join their team! This manufacturer has been family owned and operated for over 90 years with more than 700 employees worldwide. Their purpose is to Nourish Our World through integrated solutions that connect people, equipment, and technology to improve throughput, efficiency and quality. Sound like the type of company you've been searching for? Keep reading to learn more about what we are looking for!

What does a Fabrication Operator do?

• Uses advanced skills and knowledge in the set-up, adjustment and operating standard and special types of fabricating machines such as, but not limited to, brake press, laser, press and turret presses.
• Performs repetitive operations such as cutting, shaping, bending metal plates, sheets and structural shapes within fractional tolerances to build standard and special food service equipment as specified by shop drawing.
• Uses safety devices provided and operate machines using proper safety procedures. Keeps machines and work areas clean and free of grease and oil.
• Conducts daily preventative maintenance operations as outlined on the 6S zone card. Notifies lead person or supervisor of machine needing repair.
• Maintains positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with coworkers, supervisors, clients, customers.

Our "Dream Candidate" will possess the following abilities:

• MIG/TIG Welding Experience is required for this position.

• Speaking/Listening to employees and customers.

• Sitting/Walking/Standing for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.

• Feeling (perceived attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, or texture).

• Able to grasp, lift, push, pull or carry up to 40 pounds by yourself and team lift 100 pounds.

• Reaching (extending hands and arms in any direction) and stooping and crouching (bending downward and forward).

• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more to judge distance and space relationships.

• Ability to bring objects into sharp focus. Identify and distinguish colors preferred while learning to comprehend instructions and orientation to the job.

• Ability to concentrate attention on task at hand for extended periods of time.

Workplace Environmental Conditions:

Typical manufacturing environment. Occasionally subject to sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Occasional exposure to oscillating movements (vibrations) of the extremities or whole body, to hazardous conditions: proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, or exposure to chemicals.

Installs, maintains, fabricates and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in commercial or industrial establishments by performing the following duties. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Can do all of the Maintenance Helper’s responsibilities.

Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.

Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.

Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.

Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.

Installs, and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.

Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.

Installs, programs, or repairs automated machinery and equipment such as robots or programmable controllers.

Troubleshoots, wires, or installs high voltage multi-phase systems. (220v - 480v)

Sets up and operates machine tools such as grinders and drills to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.

Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.

Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures.

Cleans work area.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.