Metal Fabricator

Job DetailsJob Location: 1400 - Rochester Hills, MI 48307This position sets up, adjusts, and operates a variety of fabrication tools.  Plans, lays out and performs all operations required to fabricate and construct a variety of different materials.  Performs set up for welding of standard weldments and structures in accordance with code certifications, alignment, dimensional and general inspection requirements.  Fits and positions weldments having a number of parts and uses welding fixtures where applicable.                                                                           DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing structural or sheet metal products Proficient with interpreting dimensional information from 3D CAD models Select gauge and type of structural or sheet metal according to product specifications Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop mathematics and lay out techniques. Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as Shear, Press Brake, Bridgeport, Lathe, Tube Bender. Fabricate parts using fabricating machines, such as drill press, lathe, mill and power hand tools Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding MIG & TIG welding of various materials Weld, bolt, rivet, screw or bond component parts to assemble products Install and fit assemblies in supportive framework according to engineering drawings Inspect assemblies and installation for conformance to specifications Design and construct templates and fixtures Perform other tasks as assigned or approved by the Metal Fab Leader QualificationsSuccessful, background & experience in operation of fabrication tools. Basic welding skills. Basic computer skills. Basic CAD experience is a plus. Experience or desire to learn more advanced fabrication tools such as waterjet & laser programming & operation. Incumbent must possess basic hand tools for the position and upgrade such tools as required to complete the tasks assigned.