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Experienced Fitter/Fabricator - Custom Fabrication

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Job Title: Experienced Fitter/Fabricator - Custom Fabrication

Location: Buffalo, NY

Company Overview:
Join our leading custom fabrication shop specializing in large and heavy weldments (5-50 tons). We work on a wide range of custom metal fabrication projects where attention to detail, craftsmanship, and precision are key. If you’re an experienced Fitter/Fabricator who thrives in a fast-paced, custom manufacturing environment, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Read and interpret intricate steel structure blueprints for custom fabrication projects.

  • Fit steel plate structures for large assemblies.

  • Mark and prepare welds on large weldments (up to 50 tons).

  • Perform welding on smaller assemblies as required.

  • Hold tight tolerances within 1/16th of an inch for precision fabrication.

  • Plan, strategize, and adjust fitting processes to meet project requirements.

  • Fabricate custom fixtures and use clamping devices to improve fitting efficiency.

  • Operate heavy cranes (50 tons) to move and flip large parts safely.

  • Utilize plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches, grinding tools, drilling, and tapping equipment.

Required Skills:

  • Experienced in custom fabrication of heavy steel structures.

  • Strong ability to read and comprehend steel fabrication drawings.

  • Proficiency with welding techniques and welding large assemblies.

  • Expertise with heavy machinery and equipment like ironworkers.

  • Familiarity with plasma cutting, torch cutting, grinding, and drilling/tapping operations.

  • Crane operation experience is essential for handling 50-ton parts.

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in fitting and fabricating large weldments.

  • Ability to work independently and transition smoothly between custom projects.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt fitting processes for optimal results.

  • Comfortable working in a custom metal fabrication environment with large, heavy parts.

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package.

  • Opportunities to work on diverse and custom projects.

  • Career growth within a fast-growing custom fabrication shop.

Company DescriptionWhile we are small, we do work all over the USA & Canada, and we have great we like to work with someone that is a leader and wants to work independently. Come and join us.Company DescriptionWhile we are small, we do work all over the USA & Canada, and we have great we like to work with someone that is a leader and wants to work independently. Come and join us.