Metal Worker

NextDeavor • Ft. Worth, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Metal Worker position located in Ft. Worth, TX. The role involves assembling, inspecting, and testing mechanical components to meet customer quality and on-time delivery goals, supporting production and continuous improvement efforts. The position operates on a 2nd shift schedule (3:30 PM–12:00 AM, Monday–Friday) after a required training period on 1st shift. The Metal Worker will report to production supervisors and collaborate with the manufacturing team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two or more years of industry-related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in reading and understanding blueprints, route sheets, and test specifications
• Strong mechanical reasoning and manual dexterity; good hand/eye coordination
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to use basic measurement tools (calipers, protractors, height gauges) and standard business software
• Willingness to train on 1st shift for at least two months before transitioning to 2nd shift

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating CNC machines, press brakes, shears, or punch presses
• Welding certifications or other technical certifications

Responsibilities

• Perform moderately complex assembly and test functions using hand and power tools, fixtures, and inspection equipment
• Interpret blueprints, engineering orders, assembly routes, and test specifications to produce conforming assemblies
• Buff, haze, chemically clean, and prepare components for processing and shipping
• Count, size, and prepare tubes for chemical cleaning; sleeve, box, and complete required paperwork
• Apply epoxy tape, install inserts and rivets, and perform final detailing and subassembly tasks
• Identify non-conformances from test data and rework items as instructed
• Participate in lean/continuous improvement initiatives and suggest areas for productivity gains
• Assist in training less experienced team members and maintain calibration and safety standards

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Paid sick leave eligibility is contingent on state of residence
• Optional 401k Plan
• Opportunity to get your foot in the door at a well-established corporation, with potential for extended or permanent full-time employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED