Sheet Metal Fabricator

Tennant Company•Golden Valley, MN

1d•$49,600 - $74,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Intermediate Sheet Metal Fabricator is primarily responsible for the safe set up and operation of multiple fabricating processes while achieving and maintaining established quality and efficiency standards. With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Technical degree and 2 or more years of related Sheet Metal Fabrication experience or 5 or more years of Sheet Metal Fabrication experience
Previous press brake operating experience is required.
Must be able to obtain a forklift license through Tennant Co
History of continuous improvement within previous positions
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Ability to perform basic metal fabrication processes – cutting, forming, and punching
Ability to properly use measure equipment (i.e., caliper, tape measure, height gauge, plug gages, combination square, and protractor)
Ability to read and understand basic engineering drawings (blueprints)
Ability to understand and follow method layouts and process notes on routings (work order)
Ability to navigate production reporting
Ability to use basic hand tools, inspection gauges, and related equipment
Strong math skills (count, add, subtract, multiply, divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals)
Competent in interpreting production orders, prints, and method layouts to determine the use of fixtures and proper work procedures
Familiar with metal finishing techniques and metal finishing equipment
Able to differentiate between hot and cold rolled, and stainless steels
Ability to problem-solve
Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
Consistent attendance either onsite or remotely as needed by the business
Ability to take direction and accept supervision
Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required, and use good judgment in varied situations

Nice To Haves

Prefer Cincinnati experience
Two years general sheet metal training or two years vocational training in sheet metal or related field preferred
Ability to train/coach others on the use of production reporting software
Ability to troubleshoot and edit NC programming for press brakes
Ability to re-work non-conforming parts
Must be able to read documents written in English

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates Cincinnati CNC press brakes, CNC Mazak, Trumpf, and/or Amada lasers
Runs Manual sheet metal machines
Operates in a team environment to achieve department goals in productivity, safety, 5s, and continuous improvement
Operates additional machines or process steps internal to primary to machine cycle times
Performs cutting and/or shaping metal from raw form into usable parts for Assembly or Aftermarket needs
Process is semi-repetitive utilizing machinery, tooling, and fixtures for set up and requiring some minor troubleshooting and adjustment to complete assigned tasks
Utilizes equipment and measurement tools to drive part accuracy within print tolerances and minimize Quality Notifications and Scrap
Process may be non-descript or variable, requiring changeovers/setup, troubleshooting, and adjustment to complete assigned tasks
Adept at performing 2 or more processes proficiently within the department
Assist other operators in understanding quality expectations
Focus continuous improvement upstream and downstream impacts of decisions. Act as an agent of change on the shop floor by influencing peers
Perform other duties as assigned