Sheet Metal Fabricator

Accurus Aerospace • Kent, WA

53d • Onsite

About The Position

Sheet Metal Fabricators are responsible for the setup, operation and adjustment of various fabrication machines such as saws, shears, punch presses, press brakes, and grinders, to shape and alter sheet metal according to customer specifications.
Essential Functions
To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Operate the saw and shear, may operate other CNC sheet metal fabrication machinery such as the CNC turret punch, router, press brakes, and lasers to saw, cut, shear, punch, bend, or straighten sheet metal or other parts and materials
Perform setups or adjustments according to program directives, using shims, blocks, supports, and fixtures to ensure proper alignment of parts.
Determine project requirements, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances, using blueprints, drawings, work orders, or written or verbal instructions
Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material, using calculators, dividers, squares, or rulers
Measure and inspect completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers
Mains a clean, organized, and safe work area
Follows directions consistently and accepts responsibility for actions and work product
Complies with applicable manufacturing processes, work procedures, and supervisor instructions
Adheres to safety guidelines and procedures; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with leadership to minimize risks and ensure employee safety
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required
Level II may provide training to level I operators.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a production/manufacturing role requiring the use of hand tools and material-handling equipment is preferred; recent vocational training in a metal-working or other technical role may be considered in lieu of work experience
• Higher experience levels are required for placement at Level II
• Experience reading and accurately interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, work orders and customer specifications is required
• Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers
• Visual acuity to interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devices
• This position must meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore, qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15): An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a "Green Card" holder), or An individual who is granted status as a "protected person"

Nice To Haves

• Experience using powered electric and/or pneumatic hand tools including grinders or sanders is preferred
• Aerospace manufacturing experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate the saw and shear, may operate other CNC sheet metal fabrication machinery such as the CNC turret punch, router, press brakes, and lasers to saw, cut, shear, punch, bend, or straighten sheet metal or other parts and materials
• Perform setups or adjustments according to program directives, using shims, blocks, supports, and fixtures to ensure proper alignment of parts.
• Determine project requirements, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances, using blueprints, drawings, work orders, or written or verbal instructions
• Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material, using calculators, dividers, squares, or rulers
• Measure and inspect completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follows directions consistently and accepts responsibility for actions and work product
• Complies with applicable manufacturing processes, work procedures, and supervisor instructions
• Adheres to safety guidelines and procedures; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with leadership to minimize risks and ensure employee safety
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
• Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required
• Level II may provide training to level I operators.

Benefits

• Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment. For full details, please visit the benefits section of our website.
• Accurus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

What This Job Offers

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