Manufacturing Engineering Technician jobs in Kansas

Position Summary:

The fitter works in the manufacturing industry where the individual is responsible for fitting, fabricating and assembling the structural components that make up a mechanical system. The fitter may also repair and service machinery as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyzing the blueprints for mechanical systems to determine the specifications of the components to be constructed.
• Constructing structural components from raw materials.
• Using welding equipment to fuse structural components.
• Inspecting fabricated components to ensure that they are the correct size.
• Using shears, power saws, cutting torches, and chipper knives to cut structural components as needed.
• Creating a suitable maintenance schedule and performing system maintenance accordingly.
• Conducting diagnostic testing on malfunctioning systems to determine the root cause of the malfunction.
• Replacing damaged or defective structural components as needed.
• Adhering to all work-site safety rules and regulations
• Performing other duties as assigned within the scope of the position

Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be age 18 or older
• Legally eligible to work in the Unites States
• High School Diploma/GED
• Two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug testing and background checks
• Must be able to pass a weld test equivalent to AWS D1.1
• Must be able to use hand and power tools
• Must be able to interpret blueprints for mechanical systems

Job Skills Competencies:

• Must have working knowledge of welding shop operations
• Sound knowledge of local and state building codes
• Ability to concentrate for extended periods.
• Must be detail-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Capable of self-checking for completeness and accuracy of work produced

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• This position requires sitting, standing, twisting, squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling on a daily basis
• Must have adequate vision to perform detailed work
• Must be able to work indoors or outdoors under a variety of temperatures and weather conditions

Must wear applicable PPE to perform job tasks