Production Technician Sheet Metal Operator

Company Overview

With over 100 years of delivering quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Edlund has earned its place as one of the most trusted foodservice equipment manufacturers today. Our ever-expanding range of smallwares and light equipment helps operators become more productive and profitable. Customers worldwide rely on Edlund for equipment that is not only safe, sanitary, and easy to use but also delivers exceptional value. As part of the Welbilt group, our USA-based R&D, manufacturing, and customer service teams make us a nimble partner, ensuring customers are equipped to succeed in today’s dynamic foodservice landscape.

Company Mission

Empowering our customers worldwide to become more productive and profitable.

Position Summary

The Sheet Metal Operator is responsible for operating, setting up, and maintaining sheet metal fabrication equipment to produce high-quality components according to specifications. This role involves interpreting blueprints, using hand and power tools, and ensuring safety and quality standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sheet metal machinery such as press brakes, shears, punch presses, rollers, and CNC fabrication equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings.
• Measure, cut, bend, and form sheet metal to required specifications.
• Perform routine machine setups and adjustments to maintain accuracy and productivity.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, following company safety protocols.
• Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs promptly.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Assist with material handling, including loading and unloading sheet metal stock.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred).
• Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with press brake, punch press or laser cutting machines.
• Responsible for quality including first piece and in-process inspections.
• Identify and understand tooling, fixtures, and fixture components.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices. 
• Prior experience in sheet metal fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. 
• Proficient with hand tools, measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, tape measures), and fabrication equipment. 
• Trouble shoots problems by using problem solving techniques. 
• Work with a sense of urgency 
• Desire to learn new skills
• Meet basic standard production rate and continually improve efficiency.
• Ability to get along with others, be punctual, and follow instruction.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed including job rotation and/or overtime.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms (67% - 100% of the workday).
• Frequently required to do repetitive work (67%-100% of the workday).
• Regularly required to walk, talk and hear.
• Occasionally required to type.
• Regularly must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision required includes close, peripheral, and distance vision, as well as color vision and depth perception. 
• Ability to adjust focus. 
• Position is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.

Work Environment

This position requires working in a manufacturing/production environment with exposure to noise, dust, and machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn as required.