Fitter / Structural Steel Fabricator

Job Title

Fitter

Location

Pelham, AL / Pinson, AL

Department

Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full-Time, Hourly

Position Summary

ProcessBarron is seeking an experienced Fitter to join our Manufacturing team. This position is responsible for building and assembling large-scale steel structures and mechanical equipment using blueprints, drawings, and fabrication specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong fitting, layout, assembly, welding, and rigging experience in a heavy fabrication environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and assemble large structural and mechanical steel fabrications.
• Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Perform layout, fitting, and assembly of fabricated components.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform fitting techniques including grinding, shrinking, stretching, and hand burning.
• Utilize overhead cranes and rigging equipment to safely move materials and assemblies.
• Perform stick welding and flux-core welding as required.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards and specifications are met.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment and workplace inspections.
• Report safety concerns and potential hazards immediately.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a fabrication shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Experience fitting and assembling large steel structures and mechanical components.
• Knowledge of rigging and overhead crane operations.
• Experience with stick welding and flux-core welding processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school training.
• Welding certification(s).
• Additional fabrication or manufacturing certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Goal-oriented and quality-focused.
• Safety-conscious mindset.
• Desire to continuously learn and improve.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move 50+ pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, climb ladders, and work at heights as needed.
• Ability to work in manufacturing conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, fumes, and other industrial environmental factors.
• Ability to access all areas of a manufacturing facility, including elevated and confined spaces when required

Qualifications

Read Blueprints and/or Drawings

• Use Welding material per provided drawings.
• Communicate defects to manager.

3. Safety

• Attend scheduled safety meetings.
• Enforce all applicable safety policies.
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Promote safety among co-workers.
• Participate in Behavior Based Safety program.

4. Power saws and portable grinders

• Assist in use of portable grinder, hand file, and/or scraper as necessary
• Use precision measuring tools to inspect grooves and angles

5. Other

• All other duties as assigned. ATTRIBUTES: What are the Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities for this position?
• Problem Solving – Ability to read blueprints
• Must be capable of working any shift, overtime, be on-call, or work seven days a week, if needed.
• Must be able to multiple tasks with a strong sense of urgency to meet the customer needs.
• Must be able to work well within a team environment and take instructions from management and co-workers.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Must possess the basic reading and math skills
• Must have good written and verbal communicate skills.
• Strong record of attendance reliability
• Safety Oriented with the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Must be capable of performing the essential job duties required of this job

Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working at times in covered environment or in an outside environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
• Ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed.