Fabrication Operator

Job Title: Fabrication operator        I                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Department: Fabrication

Summary of Duties: Operates various machines as required to produce a finished product. Examines blueprints, drawings and work orders to assure adherence to customer specifications. Performs process inspections to assure customer order accuracy and quality standards. Maintain concise router documentation and other production reporting. Performs other duties assigned by supervisor.   

Job Duties Include (but not limited to):

May occasionally pull material and stage the operation.

Operates various fabrication machines as needed

Fabricates metal to specified dimensions.

Verifies quantity and size of fabricated items using various measuring devices.

Maintain product quality and essential documentation.

Visually inspects products for conformance to specifications and makes adjustments as needed.

Follows all safety rules.

Responsible for keeping work area and equipment clean, and orderly and free from congestion and debris.

Performs routine machinery preventive maintenance as needed.

Completes paperwork and documentation as required.

Advises material handler of specific material needs in a timely manner.

Maintain and meet established machine center efficiencies.

Follow designated production schedules and coordinate work according to priorities. 

Committed to the company quality policy: “Work as a team to safely produce products that exceed our customer’s quality expectations with continuous improvement.”

Follow all required safety guidelines.

Minimum Job Requirements (but not limited to):

Legible handwriting.

Demonstrated math and blueprint reading ability.

Ability to operate punch and brake presses by setting glides and making ram adjustments.

Ability to follow written instructions accurately.

Complete required training in the use of measuring instruments, gauges, and test equipment to become proficient in their utilization.

Complete training in reading and understanding blueprint specifications.

Demonstrate above average mechanical aptitude.

Have proficient understanding of decimals and fractions.

Ability to work well with other people and demonstrate team player behavior.

Must possess and demonstrate good written and communication skills.

Ability to lift heavy objects at frequent intervals.

This job requires walking, standing, stooping, and bending 100% of the time.