Metal Fabricator

Primary Flow Signal
Cranston, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2023 CLOSED ON 12/18/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metal Fabricator position at Primary Flow Signal?

Metal Fabricator (Position)

PFS is seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join our fabrication team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in metal work and be able to form with brake, CNC plasma cut, saw cut, roll, metal plate, sheet, pipe, and bar.

Position Responsibilities:

· Bump plate to form cones on a press brake (0.375” thick x 72.00” long max)

· Roll sheet and plate to form cones and cylinders

· Operate CNC plasma table to cut flat layouts

· Operate column band saw to cut pipe and bar to length

· Load and unload materials and equipment

· Perform general labor tasks as needed, including lifting, and moving heavy objects

· Work from prints, written, and oral directions

· Inspect and record dimensional measurements

· Other fabrication shop related duties as assigned by supervisor

· Follow policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties

Skills & Qualifications:

· 5-7 Years general industrial metal fabrication experience

· Basic math skills

· Skilled in using hand and power tools

· Rigging and experience moving large, heavy products and equipment required

· Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks

· Attention to close detail and a commitment to safety

· Fork truck experience a plus

· Basic computer skills a plus

· Some welding knowledge a plus (welding not required)Welder (Position)

PFS is seeking highly experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our in-house welding team. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for welding our piping and vessel products, which are subject to internal pressure. Production welds are Xray examined to ensure compliance with applicable codes. We take pride in providing our welding team with all the resources necessary to obtain and maintain their welder qualifications. Primary base materials for welding are carbon and stainless steels, and we are also qualified and often weld a wide variety of other base metals including aluminum, duplex, Inconel, chromoly, and more.

Position Responsibilities:

· 40 hours per week with overtime as needed

· Reading drawing prints and weld procedures (WPS)

· Producing X-Ray quality welds consistently

· NDE (weld examination) requirements, basic understanding, VT, PT, RT

· Manual weld preparation for select components

· Fit up of components to be welded, Flanges, Pipe, Couplings, Cones, Etc

· Weld and blend grind as required

· ½” to 144” Pipe Diameter range (1” to 36” most common) (0.125” to 3.00” thick)

· Strict Adherence to Weld Procedure for Process, Interpass Temps, weld wire, etc

· Handling, overhead crane, etc

· Welding equipment setup

· Verify weld size using weld gauges

· Use of various tools such as grinders, burr tools, wire brushes, etc.

· Oxy/fuel pre-heat and carbon/arc gouging duties

· Strictly follow quality and safety standards

· Inspect self and co-workers’ layouts and fit ups

Skills & Qualifications:

· 3-5 years of related welding experience

· X-ray experience a plus

· Must have experience in

o GTAW (tig)

o FCAW (flux core dual shield wire)

· Must pass weld testing

o Single Side Full Penetration GTAW & FCAW in G1 position (flat)

o Xray examination of weld must pass

· Proficient in the use of welding equipment, tools such as calipers, and gauges.

· Positive Attitude and Ability to work Independently

· Strong interpretive, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

· Willingness to share ideas and work collaboratively within a team

· Basic math skills

· SAW (sub arc) experience a plus

· Pipe and Pressure Vessel welding experience a plus

· General industrial fabrication experience a plus

Employment at Primary Flow Signal

Primary Flow Signal offers a complete and highly attractive benefits package to qualified individuals including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K with employer contributions, life insurance, bonus plan and paid vacation/holidays.

Investment in our employees by way of training, unrivaled benefits, and a pleasant, respectful work environment is of paramount importance to our company. The commitment PFS makes to each, and every employee is intended to foster a lasting and fruitful career within our organization.

VETERANS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME AT PRIMARY FLOW SIGNAL.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Experience level:

  • 5 years

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Weekly day range:

  • Monday to Friday

Work setting:

  • Warehouse

COVID-19 considerations:
PFS follows all Covid related recommended guidelines issued by the US CDC and RI Department of Health.

Experience:

  • Fabrication: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $28

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