Screen Fabricator

About Us

Akona Process Solutions is the result of bringing together four well-established companies—Spiroflow, Kason, Cablevey, and Marion—each with a legacy of expertise in material handling and processing. With more than 200 years of combined experience, Akona provides comprehensive equipment solutions designed to meet the unique needs of its customers.

Specializing in mixers, blenders, dryers, screeners, tubular drag conveyors, and bulk material handling systems, Akona delivers integrated solutions that streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and improve hygiene in demanding environments. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, with global centers of excellence in the USA, UK, and Germany, Akona works closely with customers across industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and chemicals.

Job Summary

Daily tasks include cutting, drilling, and welding stock metal into structures per engineering drawings. May operate as a group, or independent of one another depending on factors of the build.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare screen rings for screening process
• Cut mesh materials to precise specifications for screen application
• Perform screen fabrication using either the weld mount process or the epoxy mount process
• Use power tools such as grinders and drills safely and effectively
• Move and organize inventory as needed throughout the day
• Follow site-specific and general health and safety guidelines at all times
• Collaborate with floor manager to ensure proper prioritization of jobs and material readiness
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and accurate production
• Perform basic mechanical maintenance on department tools and assets
• Adapt to a dynamic environment where priorities and assignments may change without advance notice
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, following all safety procedures

Requirements and Qualifications

• Reliable means of transportation to and from work
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to pass a respirator fit test
• Ability to read and interpret product specification drawings
• Basic computer skills required for clocking in/out and job tracking
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Prior experience with power tools strongly preferred
• Willingness to follow detailed processes and quality standards

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We Value Diversity

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Akona Process Solutions (Akona) maintains a drug free workplace.

Applicants With Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know during the application process.

Please be advised that this Job Description or any other document should not be construed in any manner as a contract of employment. Akona maintains an employment at will relationship with its employees. This means that both you and the employer retain the right to terminate this relationship at any time for any reason.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Metal fabrication: 1 year (Required)
• Teamwork: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Monroe, NC 28110 (Required)

Work Location: In person