Plastic Fabricator

Burt Process Equipment • Full-time • Hamden, Connecticut, United States • $20 - $25 / hour • 3d ago

Burt Process Equipment has an immediate opening for a Plastic Fabricator! This is a full time permanent position. If you have plastic fabrication/plastic welding, or stainless steel fabrication experience, this could be your next career!

Must have the following skills/experience:

- Blueprint reading
- Carpentry experience, and use of various carpentry tools (routers, saws, drills, sanders, etc.)
- Skilled in measuring in 16th, 8ths, and 32nds, and using measuring tape and rulers
- Ability to do math problems using fractions and decimals.

The Plastic Fabricator is responsible for building tanks and equipment for neutralizing and moving industrial waste water, purifying water for: industrial, pharmaceutical, educational, and municipal uses and equipment for the collection and use of ground and rain water.

Essential Functions:

Ability to decipher blueprints or other related documents for tank/ water treatment and fluid handling equipment assembly layout.
Verifying dimensions using measuring instruments (tape measures, rulers, framing and t squares, etc.) for layouts.
Determine the different types of power tools for cutting and shaping plastic sheet/pipe to specific sizes and shapes according to drawings/blue prints (table saws, jig saws, band saws, routers, drills, sanders, etc.)
Fuse/weld plastic sheets and pipe by using multiple techniques (hot air welding, extrusion welding, butt and socket machine welding, etc.)
Independently assemble tank and associated equipment/components by utilizing blueprints.
Ability to safely and effectively utilize hand welding tools, welding machines, power tools, hand tools, and fork lifts/scissor lifts.

Knowledge & Skills:

Problem Solving /Logical thinking
Multi-tasking
Time management
Follow-through
Detail-oriented
Technical Capacity
Strong Math Skills
Knowledge of industry
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
Foresight
Self-starter/Self-directed
Team- oriented

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma (required)
2 years of experience in related field
Welding certificate for plastics and steel (preferred)
Knowledge of welding, plastics, steel and custom fabrication
Knowledge in mechanical, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical drawings and welding
General knowledge of equipment safety and operation (preferably Osha 10, LOTO, Confined space, fall protection, CPR, Forklift, etc)
Familiar with fabricating equipment and machinery

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift 50lbs unaided
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Must be able to bend and reach
Must be able to travel at least 5% of the time

Environment:

Manufacturing environment
Must be able to handle varying levels of stress
Must contribute to a positive working environment
Must be a team player

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, financial well-being, and professional growth, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match & Profit Sharing
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements of this position. These are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the team member(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skill and abilities for this

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits: