What are the responsibilities and job description for the Metal Fabrication Technician position at PGNA INC?
Description
Conair, part of the PiovanGroup, is a leading producer of auxiliary equipment for the plastics processing industry. We make and market over 450 different products, including resin-drying systems, blenders, feeders and material-conveying systems, temperature-control equipment and granulators. Extrusion solutions include gravimetric control systems, film and sheet scrap-reclaim systems and downstream equipment for pipe and profile extrusion. Conair is also a leader in plastics process integration, engineering and installing complete manufacturing systems that help plastics processors manage their valuable raw materials, handle their critical manufactured parts, and improve their process yield.
Position: Metal Fabrication Technician
Location: Franklin, PA
Role
The Metal Fabrication Technician is responsible for precisely cutting and shaping metal using a variety of fabrication machines, tools and techniques. Other abilities include attention to detail, general understanding of fabrication processes and ability to read and understand blueprints while maintaining safety standards within a manufacturing environment. This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and is located in our assembly plant in Franklin, Pennsylvania.
Key Responsibilities
- General ability to Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine final part requirements.
- Select appropriate metal materials and equipment based on project specifications.
- Cut, shape, and form metal materials using tools such as press brake, rolls, shears, saws, punches, and drills.
- Operate manual and automated machinery.
- Conduct simple quality checks to ensure finished products meet the required standards and specifications.
- Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to ensure smooth workflow and project completion.
- Work with the production order process and inventory transfers required in SAP.
Requirements
- Prior experience of 2 years or more in metal fabrication, including cutting, bending, welding, and assembly.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances.
- General problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and compliance with industry standards.
PiovanGroup offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including profit sharing, bonus plans, 401(k) with company match, medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, health club reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, and employee referral bonus program.
PiovanGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement), veteran status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, HIV-positive status, possession of the sickle cell trait, genetic characteristics, political views, and any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.