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Job Title

Plant SI (Chickamauga, GA) | Fabricator IV | 1st Shift (7 AM to 3 PM)

Position Overview

POSITION OBJECTIVE: Fabricate, repair, replace, and /or modify parts and equipment used in manufacturing.

I. Essential Duties:

❑ Math - ​basic operations (add/subtract/multiply/divide), fraction/decimals, units, Cartesian coordinates, trigonometry (sine, cosine, tangent, angles, radii)

❑ Basic Shop Skills ​– drill press, horizontal and vertical band saws, tap heads, power tools (drill/driver, port-a-band, reciprocating saw, sander, grinder), hydraulic press

❑ Fabrication ​– CNC plasma table, hydraulic shear, CNC press brake, box and pan brake, sheet roller, ironworker, Beverly shear, lock former, custom jigs and fixtures

❑ Hot Work​ – MIG welding, Oxy-fuel (basic setup and cutting), plasma cutter, stick welder, TIG welding (AC and DC)

❑ Material Handling​ – hoisting and rigging, planning critical moves (with supervisor

assistance), removal and installation of machinery

❑ Print Reading​ – machining and fabrication details including material sizes, specifications, and tolerances; mechanical assembly drawings

❑ Layout​ – rectangular patterns, bolt circles, angles, keyway locations, matching parts, large parts, multiple features, and multiple machine processes

❑ Material Identification ​– hot rolled/cold rolled, carbon steel, stainless steel

❑ Specific Skills: o Planning and executing fabrication jobs o Production set up with Jigs and table clamps

❑ Visualize and develop custom jigs and fixtures for machining and fabrication

❑ Tolerances: o Fabrication - square, level, plumb, layout, and cut dimension ±1/32”, fab

dimension ±1/16”

❑ Interpret mechanical situations to determine the proper course of action and materials needed to accomplish a task.

❑ Be able to distinguish between different types of metals and know which type to use for each application

❑ Have all the tools requested by the supervisor

❑ Perform preventative maintenance as assigned

❑ Maintain a high degree of workmanship and efficiency

❑ Keep work area clean and free of hazards

❑ Know and adhere to all safety policies, rules and regulations

❑ Adhere to normal schedule for starting and stopping unless otherwise directed by

supervisor and department manager

❑ Work seven days when required

II. Non-Essential Duties:

❑ Perform all other related job duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisor or

department manager

❑ Perform general housekeeping as assigned

III. Education:

❑ Must have Technical School diplomas or previous OJT

IV. Experience:

❑ Must have four (4) years of work-related experience.

V. Physical Requirements:

❑ Must have good eyesight

❑ Must have good manual dexterity and coordination

❑ Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs

❑ Must be able to stand 40%, Walk 40%, sit 10%, and bend 10% for up to 12 hours per day

❑ Must be able to safely use all power tools and equipment in the machine shop

VI. Other Requirements:

❑ Must have a complete understanding and ability to use using machining equipment,

fabrication, and other shop equipment

❑ Must be mechanically inclined

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

As we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), we might determine the need to postpone in-person interviews to ensure the health and safety of our associates, candidates, and the community. In this case, we can accommodate with a phone or video interview, and will schedule an in-person interview for a later date. The method by which you interview does not impact your standing as a candidate for this position.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is more than a flooring company – we are 22,000 people united in our vision of creating a better future for our customers, for our people, for our community and for our company. We provide carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf and other specialty items for residential and commercial markets worldwide. We meet diverse customer needs through an expansive portfolio of brands, including: Anderson Tuftex , COREtec , Patcraft , Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Floors, Shaw Hospitality, Shaw Sports Turf, Southwest Greens, USFloors and more.

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway with nearly $6 billion in annual revenue and representation throughout the U.S., as well as in Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, France, Great Britain, India, Mexico, Scotland, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates. For more information about our company brands, operations and community involvement, visit www.shawinc.com .

If you need any additional assistance or accommodation or have questions, please contact us at shaw.recruiting@shawinc.com