Fabricator I

Summary:

The purpose/objective of this position is to configure and operate mechanical machines including and not limited to Break Press, Rolling Machines, Mechanical Press, Drilling and Boring, Shearing and Cutting Machines, equipment to manipulate or shape steel and aluminum materials utilized in the process of building MAC product. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform and abide by safety policies and procedures while performing tasks and other related assignments. • Review specification documentation and information related to assignments to assure product is manufactured to customer specifications and MAC quality standards. • Perform daily custom assembly tasks within designated time requirements. • Perform, understand, comprehend, and communicate basic math functions primarily related to measurement. • Blank, bend, punch, form, cut, etc., on a variety of materials based on blueprint, other drawings, and instructions. • Accurately label and organize finished goods throughout the fabrication process • Configure equipment and calibrate gauge settings, recognize conditions of dies, load materials into equipment, feed material through machines, and/or position and remove parts from the machines. • Keep record of number of pieces made and of routine equipment maintenance performed. • Read work schedule to ascertain production information, such as size, type, and quantity to be processed. • Accurately record and communicate any appropriate material substitutions to supervisors/ managers. • Communicate areas of concern regarding safety and efficient build of quality product to supervisors/managers • Identify, report, and isolate any non-conforming materials throughout the fabrication process • Maintain a clean and efficient work area to adhere to sustaining a safe work environment as well as awareness of material needs including inventory. • Organize and restock parts and materials utilized in work area. • Assisting in any area of assignment or need to assist in completion of product including any other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or management. 

Qualifications, Education, and/or Experience:

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to comprehend and interpret detailed drawings and measurements is required. • The ability to work any shift based on production need is required including extended hours when required. • Ability to work alone and as a team is required. • The ability to listen and understand any ideas presented verbally, and then effectively communicate the information verbally, requires strong oral comprehension and comprehension skills • Ability to concentrate/focus on tasks over a period of time without being distracted while operating machinery and equipment safely. • Strong organizational skills with paperwork is preferred • Demonstrate the ability to successfully utilize basic math and measurement functions. • Demonstrate the ability to interpret and understand both verbal and written forms of communication including necessary information regarding production and safety. • Continued demonstration of the ability to increase product knowledge and skill level related to area of assignment. • Aptitude to obtain mechanical proficiency is necessary. • Experience in manufacturing or mechanical related field is preferred. • Experience in tractor trailer building or knowledge is preferred.

Physical Demands:

● Ability to see details at close range while reviewing inventory and specification information. ● Manual dexterity or the equivalent is to be at a level that permits the employee to perform, basic functions of the job including safety, providing the ability to grasp and manipulate objects large and small with precise movement. ● At times and dependent upon area of assignment, may be required to lift over 50 lbs. with assistance but less than 100lbs. ● Required to push and pull with arms, hands, tools, and material. ● Ability to make precise coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, and control mechanism controls. ● Ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm and hand in one position. ● Ability to push, pull, and lift various materials including aluminum and steel parts. ● Ability to successfully maneuver, lift, climb, bend, kneel, and stoop. ● Requirements of physical demands and exposure to dust as well as noise associated with industrial environments.

TIER LEVEL:

• Tier I: Employees in this tier are considered entry level to the position. This level of employee is under direct supervision as they learn the skills and duties of this position. • Tier II: Employees in this position have developed the skills required to perform the work assignment. There is supervisor involvement checking completed work for quality. • Tier III: Employees in this position have mastered the skills required to perform the job. The individual typically does not need direct supervision and may assist in training of lower-level Tiers within the department.