Sheet Metal Fabricator
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. This role involves operating CNC sheet metal fabrication machinery, performing setups and adjustments, determining project requirements, laying out and measuring materials, and inspecting completed workpieces. The position requires maintaining a clean and safe work area, following directions, complying with manufacturing processes, and adhering to safety guidelines. Regular attendance on-site is required. Level II operators may provide training to Level I operators.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
- 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
- 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
- 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 using powered electric and/or pneumatic hand tools including grinders or sanders is preferred
- Aerospace manufacturing experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate 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
- Comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
