Fabricator I

MAC LTT•Kent, OH

About The Position

The Fabricator configures and operates mechanical machines—including brake presses, rolling machines, mechanical presses, drilling and boring equipment, and shearing and cutting machines—to manipulate or shape steel and aluminum materials used to build MAC products. The role involves producing parts according to customer specifications and MAC quality standards while following safety procedures and production requirements. The position may be assigned to Tier I, an entry-level tier under direct supervision while learning the role; Tier II, where the employee performs assigned work with supervisors checking completed work for quality; or Tier III, where the employee has mastered the required skills, typically works without direct supervision, and may help train lower-tier employees.

Requirements

Ability to comprehend and interpret detailed drawings and measurements.
Ability to work any shift based on production needs, including extended hours when required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong oral comprehension and communication skills, including the ability to understand verbally presented ideas and communicate information effectively.
Ability to concentrate on tasks while safely operating machinery and equipment.
Ability to perform basic math and measurement functions.
Ability to interpret and understand verbal and written production and safety information.
Ability to continue increasing product knowledge and skills related to the assigned area.
Aptitude to develop mechanical proficiency.
Ability to see close-range details when reviewing inventory and specifications.
Manual dexterity sufficient to grasp and manipulate large and small objects precisely.
Ability to push, pull, and lift materials, including aluminum and steel parts; lifting over 50 pounds with assistance and under 100 pounds may be required depending on assignment.
Ability to make precise finger movements to control mechanisms and to hold the hand and arm steady while moving them in position.
Ability to maneuver, lift, climb, bend, kneel, and stoop.
Ability to work in industrial environments with exposure to dust and noise.

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational skills with paperwork.
Experience in manufacturing or a mechanically related field.
Experience in tractor-trailer building or knowledge of tractor-trailer building.

Responsibilities

Follow safety policies and procedures while performing job tasks and related assignments.
Review specifications and assignment information to ensure products meet customer specifications and MAC quality standards.
Perform custom assembly tasks within designated time requirements.
Use basic math and measurement functions in the work.
Blank, bend, punch, form, and cut materials according to blueprints, drawings, and instructions.
Label and organize finished goods throughout fabrication.
Configure equipment and calibrate gauge settings; assess die condition; load and feed materials; and position and remove parts from machines.
Record the number of pieces produced and routine equipment maintenance performed.
Read work schedules to determine production details, including size, type, and quantity.
Record and communicate material substitutions to supervisors or managers.
Communicate safety and product-quality or production-efficiency concerns to supervisors or managers.
Identify, report, and isolate non-conforming materials during fabrication.
Maintain a clean, efficient, and safe work area, and remain aware of material and inventory needs.
Organize and restock parts and materials used in the work area.
Assist in other assigned areas or tasks as needed to complete products and perform other duties assigned by a supervisor or management.