General Laborer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret operation sheets and blueprints and differentiate between thread sizes, course and fine threads, and metric and standard threads
• Mechanically inclined
• Understands the cutting properties of both ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Knowledge of basic shop math (metric conversion and arithmetic)
• Ability to work safely with cleaning chemicals and solvents
• Must be a US citizen, as this position is located at a facility that requires special access

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in sheet metal fabrication and assembly, welding, or machining in a production environment
• Proficiency in use of Measuring Equipment and able to verify conformance of machined work piece to specifications

Responsibilities

• Follows instructions to machine, fabricate, or assemble parts to print and operation sheet specifications using conventional, CNC, and sheet metal machines including saws, riveters, fasteners, setters, presses, spot welders, and hand tools including grinders, Helicoil installation tools, etc.
• Interprets CAD data, prints and sketches with regard to fabrication and can follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Performs secondary operations during the machine cycle such as deburring and straightening
• Performs sheet metal/machine shop general laborer tasks including but not limited to grinding/sanding weldments using portable and stationary pneumatic tools, straightening bent and twisted parts/assemblies using manual jacks and hydraulic presses, washing parts/assemblies in aqueous and ultrasonic machines, assist painters with prep work, sand/shot blasting steel weldments
• Inspects parts as they are produced using standard gages, micrometers, indicators, vernier calipers, depth gages, and other measuring devices, to ensure conformity to specifications
• Inspects cutting tools for wear to ensure the quality of parts, reports worn tools to the supervisor or set up person, and makes adjustments during production run as required to maintain quality parts and to keep the machine running
• Maintains coolant levels to ensure a steady supply of coolant/cutting fluids to the machine
• Maintains workstation/cell in organized manner and in compliance with any applicable safety standards
• Receives and, when assigned, provides cross-training for other tasks related to department functions and procedures
• Performs minor preventive maintenance to equipment
• Performs other job-related duties as required by management
• Adheres to safety guidelines and the correct procedures for performing tasks to prevent personal injury or damage to product and/or equipment

Benefits

• on-the-job training
• mentorship
• comprehensive benefits package