Fabricator
About The Position
The operator must be able to load the proper dies and set the stroke /load the program to obtain the required parts need for each job. The operator uses a punch press to prepare metal for filters, containment houses, frames, components, R&D work, and clean rooms. They will read blueprints and drawings, program numbers from a flat pattern into the machine’s computer, and edit computer programs if problems arise. The operator will also operate a forklift to pick up metal and use hand tools such as a hammer, metal gauge, wrench, square, and tape measure. They will maintain the machine cleaning and operate other fabrication machines such as the shear, saw, press break, drill press, deburrer, etc. The role is responsible for making sure the proper tooling is being used to obtain the required part and for staying in constant communication with the Foreman or Lead person on the shop floor. Other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Ability to work with precision instruments.
- Ability to read and follow flat patterns.
- Knowledge to identify different types of metal.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Measurement skills are required to meet drawing specifications.
- Math skill is needed to be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide to work with computer programs and to convert from metric to standard measurements.
Nice To Haves
- 6 months experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- License or certificates in any of the above mentioned trade skills are beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Follows all safety rules and procedures.
- Uses a punch press to prepare metal for filters, containment houses, frames, components, R&D work, and clean rooms.
- Reads blueprints and drawings.
- Programs numbers from a flat pattern into the machine’s computer and edits computer programs if problems arise.
- Operates a forklift to pick up metal.
- Operates hand tools such as a hammer, metal gauge, wrench, square, and tape measure.
- Maintains the machine cleaning.
- Operates other fabrication machines such as the shear, saw, press break, drill press, deburrer, etc.
- Responsible for making sure the proper tooling is being used to obtain the required part.
- Responsible for staying in constant communication with the Foreman or Lead person on shop floor.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
