Welding Shop Helper
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Lathram Machinery seeks a Welding Shop Helper to support fabrication operations at its Harahan, LA facility. The role involves general housekeeping, operating shop equipment, assisting fabricators, moving materials, and applying chemical treatments, with an emphasis on safety and quality standards.
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Full job description
Welding Shop Helper Apply now (https://jobs.laitram.com/en\_US/JobsLaitram/ApplicationMethods?jobId=8386)
Location
New Orleans, LA
Job Category
Manufacturing & Production
Division
Laitram Machinery
Job Description (General Summary)
Laitram Machinery, Inc. has a position available for a Welding Shop Helper. This individual will be a key player in fabrication operations at our Harahan, LA location. Applicants should be self-starters, able to complete tasks with little direct supervision.
For over 70 years, Laitram Machinery has pioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page (http://laitram.com/Laitram\_Machinery.aspx) .
BENEFITS: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 paid holidays, on campus gym/pharmacy/wellness center, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stem cell treatment, IVF and many more.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements
Responsibilities
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Perform general housekeeping/clean up in assigned area
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Operate shop equipment as necessary
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Assist fabricators in performance of their duties
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Gather materials.
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Move material to next station
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Assist as need with cleaning and appling chemical treatments to welds
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Assist other departments as needed through cross‑training and providing coverage during busy times
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It is essential that this position is performed at the facility.
Requirements
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High School diploma, GED Equivalent, or Vocational School diploma.
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Ability to work in and maintain a safe work environment
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Entry level knowledge of all equipment and tools necessary to perform the duties required
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Ability to learn how to operate material handling equipment to move and align materials
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Must be able to learn Laitram Machinery Quality Standards
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Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
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Previous fabrication experience and/or vocational training.
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Previous overhead crane experience
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Previous forklift experience
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