Hand Former

Syndeo•Wichita, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Syndeo is seeking a skilled Hand Former for a local aircraft component manufacturing company. This position requires the ability to form sheet, plate, extrusion and machine parts of ferrous and non-ferrous metals to engineering requirements. This is a direct-hire opportunity with both 1st and 2nd shift positions available. The company offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.

Requirements

Ability to bend, kneel, squat, stand and lift a minimum of 50 pounds as needed
Good attendance with the ability to work overtime as necessary
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when required.
While performing duties, employees are regularly required to stand, walk, twist, grasp, lift, and reach.
Vision abilities require good close and distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Some experience preferred in Aerospace Manufacturing
High school diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

Set up and operate forming machines (Ex: arbor press, hydraulic press, stretch press, shrinker / stretcher)
Determine, select, and set pressures by trial-and-error method and record this data for future set-ups
Use air hammer or mallets to form metal if wrinkles are present
Fabricate and utilize custom forming tools to make minor adjustments to part
Check parts visually against specified inspection media (Ex: surface table, contour template, mylar)
Make adjustments to press when necessary to form the part properly