2nd shift, Metal Fabricator, LNPB1 10HR Metal Fab

Wabash•Lafayette, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in fabricating parts for Wabash trailers under the direction of a Metal Fab Coordinator or Supervisor. The role performs semi-skilled manual work using fabrication techniques, tools, and equipment, and requires independent judgment, blueprint comprehension, and work that meets Wabash quality standards. The position may involve operating and setting up lasers, turrets, presses, shears, and other assigned equipment, as well as performing preventive maintenance. The employee reports defects and repair needs to production and maintenance leadership and follows safety policies, the general safety plan, and required PPE practices. The work requires collaboration with production colleagues, maintenance, and engineers, while also performing tasks independently. Employees are expected to share information, handle changing priorities and unexpected events, and flex their work schedule according to production-team needs. The role takes place in production environments that may involve loud noise, welding, paint fumes, grinding dust, airborne particles, moving machinery, vibrations, extreme temperatures, low lighting, and confined spaces. Wabash provides training for the listed tools and equipment. The position requires standing, walking, leaning, pushing, climbing, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, and operating tools or controls throughout the shift. It involves climbing more than six feet using a ladder or scaffolding, with bending, stooping, and climbing for approximately 30% of the shift and standing for approximately 70%. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and have full range of motion in the arms and hands.

Requirements

High school degree or GED equivalent.
Basic reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
General computer skills, including Excel and Word.
Strong math skills.
Ability to read and use a tape measure, calipers, and gauging equipment.
Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and understand blueprints.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and work independently as well as collaboratively.
Ability to meet Wabash and ISO quality standards.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb more than six feet using a ladder or scaffolding and perform bending, stooping, and climbing tasks.
Ability to work in adverse conditions, including extreme temperatures, low lighting, loud noise, and confined spaces.
Ability to stand, walk, lean, push, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, and operate tools or controls throughout the shift.
Full range of motion in the arms and hands.
Ability to resolve conflicting priorities, complete tasks on time, and cope with unexpected events.
Strong attendance, with minimal unplanned absences expected for this critical production role.

Responsibilities

Fabricate metal parts for Wabash trailers under the direction of a Metal Fab Coordinator or Supervisor.
Perform semi-skilled manual duties using appropriate techniques, tools, equipment, and safety precautions.
Operate assigned lasers, turrets, presses, shears, and other equipment, including setup and preventive maintenance.
Read blueprints and engineering drawings and follow them in performing fabrication work.
Meet Wabash quality standards and applicable ISO standards.
Follow the general safety plan and safety policies, use equipment safely, and wear required personal protective equipment.
Report defects and repair needs to production and maintenance leadership.
Collaborate and share information with technicians, operators, maintenance staff, engineers, and other production employees.
Flex the work schedule as needed to support production-team requirements.
Complete assigned duties safely and on time, adapting to unexpected events and changing priorities.
Demonstrate Wabash Values and Leadership Principles in daily work.