Fabricator A

FlightSafety International•Broken Arrow, OK

About The Position

The Fabricator sets up and operates conventional, special-purpose, and numerical-control machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts. The position also fabricates and assembles sheet metal products, fits and welds parts, and installs and tests machined replacement parts. The role requires verifying that workpieces and assemblies conform to specifications, resolving machining or assembly issues with colleagues, and completing assigned work accurately and safely. The position is designated Level A. Level A candidates are expected to perform without assistance, serve as a resource to others, explain complex details, improve processes, and focus on broader issues related to the position. They may provide training to others as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree, five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience for Level A.
Ability to perform the job without assistance, serve as a resource to others, communicate complex nuances, and improve processes.
Accountability, including following instructions, policies, and procedures; meeting productivity standards, deadlines, and schedules; and taking responsibility for the quality of individual and team work.
Adaptability and ability to maintain effectiveness through major changes in work tasks or environment.
Results-oriented approach and ability to stay focused on objectives and clear expectations.
Ability to cooperate and collaborate with teammates, share information or expertise, solve problems positively, and value others' contributions.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to comply with applicable export-control requirements; the position may require qualifying as a U.S. Person or otherwise obtaining export authorization.
May be required to be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on materials or workpieces as guides for machining.
Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.
Calculate and set machining controls, including speed, feed, coolant flow, and cut depth and angle, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine-control media.
Start and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, adjusting controls or control media as needed.
Develop layouts and plan the sequence of operations.
Locate and mark bending and cutting lines on workpieces.
Hammer, chip, and grind workpieces to cut, bend, and straighten metal, and preheat workpieces.
Position, align, fit, and weld parts together.
Design and construct templates and fixtures.
Fabricate and assemble sheet-metal products.
Verify that workpieces and finished workpieces conform to specifications.
Set up and operate machines on trial runs to verify the accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
Fit and assemble parts into complete assemblies and verify assembly dimensions and alignment.
Install machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and test units to ensure functionality and performance.
Operate welding equipment to cut or weld parts.
Set up and operate machine tools used in fabricating shops, such as radial drill presses, end mills, and edge planers.
Develop specifications from general descriptions and draw sketches of parts or products to be fabricated.
Consult with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
Exhibit professional and courteous behavior when interacting with internal and external customers.
Contribute to a cooperative work environment through commitment to shared goals, problem-solving, communication, and encouragement of other employees and departments.
Control and distribute documents or equipment subject to export-control restrictions and safeguard FlightSafety materials, projects, and business information about product production and usage methods and techniques.
Ensure assigned tasks are accurate and complete.
Adhere to the work schedule, including prompt and regular attendance, and remain alert and work safely.