Steel Fabricator

Description

The Steel Fabrication Operator reports directly to the Steel Fabrication Supervisor. Steel Fabrication Operators are responsible for achieving immediate and short-term production objectives laid down by the Steel Fabrication Supervisor. This position requires near perfect attendance and punctuality. Employees are expected to be in their department area before the shift starts. Reasonable overtime hours may be required to meet production needs. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure all parts are produced on time and are of good quality.
• Read and verify complex sketches prior to producing parts. Check pieces in process against sketches. 
• Verify the tube size matches the sketch before running. 
• Measure and accurately mark tubing for production. 
• Accurately count number of pieces ran. 
• Minimize material waste. 
• Responsible for care and preventive maintenance of the equipment in use. 
• Follow all safety guidelines and report violations, accidents and near misses to supervisor.
• Assist in the training of new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
• Follow instructions given by supervisor. 
• Responsible for housekeeping in your area and the entire facility
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Team Player.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to operate forklift and obtain certification within three months (on-the-job training provided).
• Basic understanding of hand tools and how to properly use them.
• Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/16". 
• Proficient in math, both decimal and inch calculations.
• Ability to follow company safety procedures and processes. 

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year work history or military service with honorable discharge preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to accurately exchange information with co-workers and management.
• Heavy lifting (50lbs) is required on a regular basis.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials.
• Ability to remain at workstation for long periods of time while using tools and machinery and performing repetitive actions.
• Manual dexterity to evaluate, modify and operate machinery and equipment. 
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Temperature of work environment ranges from 15 - 110°F.
• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours subject to change at the discretion of management. Overtime is required, as needed to support production goals.  

Big Top Manufacturing, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.  Big Top Manufacturing complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources.

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