Metal Fabrication Assistant

Parabit Systems•Roosevelt, NY

About The Position

The Manufacturing Shop Hand assists skilled production personnel with fabrication, assembly, finishing, and movement of materials throughout the manufacturing facility. This position is suited to individuals seeking a career in metal manufacturing and fabrication. The role involves maintaining an orderly shop, supporting production activities, handling materials and deliveries, and preparing products for shipment while following work instructions and safety and quality standards. The position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods. Work may take place indoors or outdoors, with exposure to noise, dust, and moving machinery. Parabit Systems, Inc. is an established manufacturer and integrator of security, self-service, and customer-experience solutions, headquartered on the south shore of Nassau County, New York. The company has developed products and solutions for customers in financial, transportation, hospitality, retail, education, government, corporate, and healthcare markets since 1995. Candidates must pass a non-DOT drug screening, criminal and credit background check, and driver license check before employment.

Requirements

Willingness to learn manufacturing processes and shop procedures.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
Ability to work indoors or outdoors with exposure to noise, dust, and moving machinery.
Must pass a non-DOT drug screening, criminal and credit background check, and driver license check before employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
Previous manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or general labor experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and organized work environment by sweeping floors, removing scrap material, and keeping fabrication and assembly areas orderly.
Follow work instructions, production schedules, and safety and quality standards.
Move and organize raw materials, tools, and finished products throughout the shop.
Prepare materials through cleaning, grinding, sanding, and deburring metal parts.
Assist fabricators, welders, machinists, assemblers, and finishers with daily production activities.
Safely operate basic hand tools and power tools.
Assist with packaging, labeling, and preparing products for shipment.
Support inventory and material-handling activities as needed.
Assist with loading and unloading deliveries.
Perform other related duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or management.