Material Processor - Fab

Position Summary and Purpose

Set up and operate CNC plasma, oxygen and laser cutting machines to cut metal plates and structure shapes to dimension, contour, and bevel specified by blueprints along with setting up and operating CNC press brakes to notch, bend, broach, straighten and punch various sized metal sheets or plate. This role may also fabricate, assemble and weld a wide variety of sheet metal parts as needed.

Schedule & Shift Differential

• Second shift: start time either 2:30, 3:30, or 4:30 pm (optional year round), Monday–Friday
• Shift differential pay: $2.50/hour

Responsibilities

• Receive work assignment and obtain drawings or programs for information as to material size and type, setup information and cutting sequence, to manually or automatically cut material
• Position work onto CNC machinery using remote overhead crane
• Select and install torch tips or nozzles; verify and adjust gas pressure and mixture or arc voltage and amperage
• Adjust torch height, position and tilt to cut
• Burns scrap into smaller pieces as necessary and remove scrap from burning table into scrap bins; remove unused plate to plate stores area
• Inspect and remove finished parts from burning table and mark part number as required
• Indicate bad spots to be welded
• Checks accuracy of bends and curves with contour or template or measuring tools
• Position and assemble sheet metal sections together and fasten with either spot welding and/or continuous wire weld, may use welding positioner
• Deburr and clean work pieces as required prior to assembly; de-slag, chip and clean welds as required
• Perform operations to specified tolerances on fabricated units such as panel boxes, covers, flywheel guards, sheet metal brackets, etc.
• Operates secondary machine while primary machine performs routine functions
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment including checking oil levels, fluid levels, air filters, etc.
• Perform operations such as notching, bending, broaching, straightening, stamping and punching as required on various sizes and configurations of plate and sheet metal to standard tolerances
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and perform all assignments in a safe manner and in accordance with established quality procedures

Required Education & Experience

• High School diploma or certificate of equivalency
• Prior CNC cutting experience
• Prior welding experience
• Prior CNC press brake experience

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience with CNC machining operations
• Excellent math skills and understanding of basic concepts
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and accuracy
• Attention to detail with ability to multitask
• Commitment to company Core Values

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade certification
• Strong mechanical background
• PC skills and general knowledge

Tools, Technology & Equipment Used

• Remote overhead crane
• Multi-torch thermal cutting machine
• Basic hand tools
• Simple measuring tools
• Hand torch, pry bar and tongs
• Marking tool

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regularly required to stand; position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching with hands and arms and climbing ladders daily
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to climb or balance
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions; noise level can be loud at times
• Must regularly lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits; authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or recent lawful permanent resident)

Benefits

• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday and Personal Days
• Medical Insurance (including HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Life Insurance: AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Generous 401K Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave