Fabrication Associate

Fabrication Associate- Pipe Fabrication Schedule/Shift: Monday-Thursday, 3:00 PM-1:30 AMLocation : West Chester, OHPay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Job Summary The Fabricator supports production of fire sprinkler and fire suppression piping systems by operating machinery, preparing materials, cutting and assembling pipe, and completing general fabrication tasks. This role involves working with a variety of pipe fabrication equipment while maintaining accuracy, safety, and production standards. Candidates with recent machine operation or mechanical experience are encouraged to apply, including recent trade school graduates. This position offers opportunities to learn multiple shop operations and potentially advance into a welding role. Job Responsibilities - Move loose and bundled pipe throughout the shop and outdoor storage areas. - Assemble pipe orders, including individual pipe lengths and bundled materials. - Maintain organized work areas, materials, and fabrication supplies. - Follow safety procedures when fabricating, cutting, assembling, stacking, and preparing pipe for shipment. - Set up, operate, and maintain pipe fabrication machinery. - Measure, record, and verify pipe lengths accurately. - Measure and cut pipe using band saws, torches, and other cutting equipment. - Thread and bevel pipe using Landis machines. - Operate grooving machines, roll groove equipment, and other fabrication machinery as trained. - Perform general labor, assembly, and material handling duties as needed. - Conduct quality checks using tape measures, gauges, and other measuring tools. - Inspect and maintain forklift equipment as required. - Operate powered industrial equipment according to applicable OSHA guidelines and workplace procedures. - Adapt to different shop assignments and learn additional fabrication processes. - Work collaboratively with team members to meet production and shipping requirements. Job Requirements - Minimum of 1 year of recent machine operation, manufacturing, or mechanical experience; recent trade school graduates may be considered in place of the experience requirement. - Experience operating machinery such as band saws, pipe threaders, roll groove machines, plasma cutters, automatic welding machines, or pneumatic banders. - Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure. - Basic math skills, including calculating product quantities and measurements. - Ability to use gauges and other measuring tools for quality checks. - Ability to read and understand written work instructions. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Basic computer skills and ability to work with automated machinery. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Willingness to learn multiple shop operations and perform varied assignments. - Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Ability to handle and sort pipe ranging from 1/2 inch to 10 inches. Preferred Qualifications - 6-8 months of experience in fire sprinkler or pipe fabrication. - Background in automotive mechanics, diesel mechanics, farm equipment, machinery maintenance, or automotive manufacturing. - Experience operating pipe grooving machines, saws, threaders, or universal welding equipment. - Strong hands-on manufacturing or mechanical experience. - Consistent work history demonstrating reliability and long-term employment. About Equiliem Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is incl