Job Description:

IPEX is a Leading manufacturer of thermoplastic piping systems in North America. We supply one of the world's most diverse lines of integrated thermoplastic piping systems"”pipe, valves, fittings, auxiliary components and tools"”all engineered from the ground up to handle the full range of today's municipal, industrial and electrical applications.More than 50 years' experience in plastics combined with dynamic manufacturing technologies, efficient distribution centers and coast-to-coast customer support has made the IPEX name synonymous with quality, innovation and performance.We employ a wide range of professionals across USA and Canada. We are continually looking for hard-working people, with strong abilities in our core technologies and markets, to improve the team.We currently have an exciting opportunity to gain hands on experience as a General LaborerFabricator C.Job Summary:As a Fabricator, you will be responsible for producingpreparing products for customers based on orders that have been received. The successful candidate will focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.Principal Accountabilities:Cutting plastic piping materials on various saws in the fabrication shopDrilling and grinding plastic materialsFill out production sheetsApply PVC primer and adhesive to assemble fabricated fittingsExpanding and pulling socket joints on plastic material using various heat forms (i.e. glycol tanks and dry heat)Visually inspect, measure, and approve materials before and after process steps to ensure quality complianceResponsibly use and care for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Install bevels on pipe ends using bevel tableHousekeeping to keep work area clean and orderlyAssigned duties as deemed vital by managementCurrent Working Hours and Starting SalaryThe work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The pay starts at $21.00 per hour with plenty of opportunities for advancement.Skills, attendance, personal goals as well as ability are supervised closely. We are very proactive at providing feedback to aid in advancing within the different levels of production.Skills And Training Gained In This PositionProficiently setup and operate the following pieces of equipment: ring saw, band saws, jigsaw, stationary routers, hand held routers, glycol tanks, hydraulic presses, pulling machines, angle grinders, die grinders, large facing grinder, drill press, hand drills and basic hand toolsProficiently fabricate the following fittings: tees, reducing tees, single and double reduction reducers, couplings, elbows and various custom fittingsIdentify hydraulic forming mandrelsHydraulic press set-upsMeasure angles using a digital or mechanical angle finderRead and understand imperial measurementsKnowledge of Health and Safety practicesComprehend production work orders and travelersRead sketches and simple drafted drawingsRequirementsGeneral expectationsBasic Math skills, including geometry, fractions, anglesMechanical Experience a big plusAbility to perform physical labor of up to 50 lbs. in weight which may include lifting, pushing or pullingPerform housekeeping chores such as sweeping & picking up material at floor level which may involve kneeling, stooping, bending andor squattingBe on your feet for long periods of time with a 20-minute lunch break throughout your normal shift, a short break will be provided after 8 ½ hrs during overtime periodsGood understanding of safety measuresBenefits401K plan with company matching up to 5%Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage optionsPaid holidays every calendar yearPlant bonus programSet scheduleBasic safety equipment (ie. safety glasses, ear plugs) will be provided