Manufacturing Sheet Metal

Key Job Elements:

The sheet metal worker is responsible for fabricating and installing sheet metal products, such as ductwork and ventilation systems used in heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems. Their job duties include reading blueprints and specifications, cutting, bending, and shaping metal sheets and other materials, welding and soldering components together, and installing finished products on job sites.

Responsibilities:

The following is a list of the essential duties and responsibilities that are expected of the manufacturing sheet metal position; however, additional duties may be assigned, as required.

• Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)
• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
• Operates machines such as brakes and presses to cut, bend, block and form sheet metal materials.
• Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools
• Test operation of machines periodically
• Perform prescribed preventative maintenance as required Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
• Maintain activity logs

Education/Requirements:

• Proven experience as a machine operator
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
• Understanding of production procedures
• Able to perform simple mathematical calculations

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to list, move, and handle up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Ability to stand or walk for an extended period.
• Must be able to work in a shop environment during cold and hot weather conditions.
• Must be able to stoop and kneel occasionally.

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.