Fitter/Welder

Location: Belle Chasse, Louisiana, us

Company Description

Mission Critical Group (MCG) is an end-to-end power systems and solutions provider that accelerates time-to-power and delivers scalable, resilient infrastructure for mission critical environments. By integrating engineering, manufacturing, modular deployment, and lifecycle services under one platform, we streamline execution and bring complex projects online faster - without compromising performance. With a robust U.S. manufacturing network, MCG supports data centers, power generation, healthcare, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and industrial facilities where uptime is non-negotiable. Mission Critical Group designs, manufactures and provides value-added services for customers requiring critical power solutions. Powering a new electric world for a brighter, more secure future.

Job Description

The overall objective of the Fitter/Welder is to align, fit, and weld fabricated sheet metal parts of our products per drawing specification, and ensure accuracy and compliance with quality standards. Consistent and accurate modeling and representing of the Mission Critical Group brand, mission, vision, values and organizational strategy are essential to achieving the goals of the organization. 

Schedule: Monday to Friday 6AM-2:30PM

Accountabilities 

• Applying technical knowledge to review engineering drawings and determine requirements and specifications needed for the fabrication of the sheet metal structures of our product.
• Following blueprints and layout specifications, to position, align and fit parts to for quality and efficient square and tack welding within tolerance.
• Setting up welding machine for proper wire speed to produce a quality weld for different materials and thicknesses.
• Welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions and then examining the welds for quality specifications, including proper bead sizes.
• Cleaning welds using hand scrappers, grinders, and sanders, as required, to prepare surfaces for painting.
• Proficiently operating a cutting torch, band saw, ironworker, grinder and other fabricating equipment, as required.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and well organized work area.
• Proficiently weld mild steel material with MIG.
• Ensuring quality and efficiency by completing the job task faster than estimated hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

Required Knowledge / Experience 

• 3+ years of experience in sheet‐metal fabrication or welding 
• Intrapersonal Skills: Self‐motivated and able to identify, examine, and resolve issues independently from others. Hold a strong regard for guidelines, procedures and integrity.
• Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. 
• Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Tools include: welding machine, grander, sander, basic hand tools (hammers, clamps, etc.), forklift, overhead crane, ironworker, cutting torch and bandsaw. 
• Technical Experience: Ability to read and process drawings and cut‐sheet packages. Proficient in measuring, squaring and math skills. Ability to MIG or Flux‐core weld.
• Computers and Electronics: Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including applications and programming such as Microsoft Office Business Suite.
• Verbal & Written Communication Skills: Minimum Skills (Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‐on‐one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.).
• Math Skills: This position requires minimal skills (add, subtract, etc.).
• Arm‐Hand Steadiness: The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Visualization: The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
• Manual Dexterity: The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. 

Education 

• High School or GED required. 

Additional Information

A Note to our Recruitment Partners: We really appreciate the interest, but MCG currently manages hiring through our internal team. We love getting to know our candidates directly! Because of this, we don’t accept unsolicited resumes from agencies at this time. If we ever need an extra hand, we’ll be sure to reach out to the community. Thanks for understanding!

MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. MCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).