Metal Fabricator 2nd Shift

Gorbel•Victor, NY

1d•$25 - $38

About The Position

The Metal Fabrication Specialist cuts, drills, lays out, and prepares steel and aluminum components according to shop drawings, prints, and job specifications. The role calls for accurate interpretation of drawings and precise, efficient layout of hole patterns. Using automated and handheld equipment, the specialist produces high volumes of quality components to Gorbel and customer specifications, stages material for subsequent operations, and uses overhead cranes to move large, heavy steel components.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of prior metal fabrication experience.
Higher-level training or demonstrated experience reading, interpreting, and applying shop drawings and blueprints.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and speed when laying out hole patterns from prints.
Ability to pass truck and crane certification with training upon hire.
Ability to read a tape measure and use fractions accurately.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
Ability to visualize and translate a 2D drawing into a finished 3D product.
Mechanical aptitude.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Ability to use hand tools requiring dexterity.
Ability to communicate effectively with factory supervision.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for 75% of the time, walk for 20%, and stoop, kneel, or crouch for 5%, as required.
Ability to climb portable ladders.
Ability to wear safety glasses and foot protection throughout the shift, and hearing protectors while working in moderate noise.

Responsibilities

Follow job orders, shop drawings, blueprints, prints, and specifications accurately.
Cut steel using industrial saws, oxyfuel torches, and plasma cutters.
Measure, interpret, and lay out hole patterns according to prints using tape measures, squares, scribes, and other measuring tools.
Maintain speed and precision when laying out complex hole patterns and fabrication details.
Perform localized heat straightening and camber adjustments with a torch according to shop requirements, safety procedures, and quality standards.
Produce large, heavy steel components at a high output while meeting company quality standards.
Set up, operate, and maintain machines to meet production demands.
Inspect completed work and ensure required documentation is completed.
Move materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, and slings.
Produce high-quality components using standard processes.
Inspect workmanship before finishing and correct or rework defects as needed.
Maintain accurate inventory documentation.
Safely operate drill presses, automated drills, mag drills, punch presses, portable punch presses, and manual straightening machines.
Perform other duties assigned by management.