Fab Operator

Description

Summary:

The Fab Shop Operator I safely performs a variety of fabrication machines in order to assist with the changing demands in the fab shop schedule. The position produces batches of various lot sizes, communicates with co-workers and lead regarding productions runs, follows quality protocols and maintains a safe, organized and clean work environment.

Hours:

Monday-Thursday 5am-3:30pm

Friday Overtime as needed 5am-10am/Noon

Principle Duties and Areas of Responsibility:

• Operates a variety of machines including but not limited to , a new Safan CNC press brake and a Tsune CNC cold cut saw to perform multiple fabrication operations and ensure the proper utilization of equipment and material 
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures
• May work at different workstations as production needs require 
• Adheres to company quality protocols and processes
• Perform job duties in an ethical, professional manner which is consistent with the H&S handbook
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management
• Perform duties with safety first quality mind set

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• General knowledge and understanding of forming parts 
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required
• Knowledge of proper use of measuring tools/gauges and cutting tools
• Understanding and ability to read blueprints
• Basic computer skills for clocking in and out of jobs
• Ability to check in process parts for quality assurance

Direct Reports: None

Physical Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Use these codes to complete this section: "F" for frequently; "O" for occasionally; "N" for not at all.

Physical Activity:

On the job the employee must:

(F) Bend 

(O) Sit

(F) Squat 

(F) Stand

(O) Crawl 

(F) Walk

(O) Climb 

(F) Push/Pull

(F) Kneel 

(F) Handle objects (manual dexterity)                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

(F) Reach above shoulder level

(F) Use fine finger movements

(F) Repetitive movement

( ) Other      

Must carry/lift loads of:

(F) Light (up to 25lbs.)

(F) Moderate (25-50lbs.)

(O) Heavy (no greater than 70lbs.)

Physical Exposure:

On the job the employee:

(F) Is exposed to moderate or excessive (underline) noise

(F) Is around moving machinery

(F) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

(F) Is exposed to dust

(O) Is exposed to fumes

(O) Drives motorized equipment

(O) Works in confined quarters

(N) Unprotected heights

( ) Other      

Physical Ability: Acceptable Minimum

Vision: (x) Good ( ) Poor ( ) Blind

Color Vision: ( ) Normal (x) Impaired 

Hearing: ( ) Normal (x) Moderate Loss ( ) Deaf

Talking/Speech: (x) Good ( ) Fair ( ) Mute