What are the responsibilities and job description for the Channel Letter Fabricator - Watertown SD position at ESCO?
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Job Title: Channel Letter Fabricator
Organization Description: ESCO Manufacturing is the 2024 SBA Family Business of the Year and the premier wholesale sign manufacturing company headquartered in the heart of the Midwest in Watertown South Dakota. Our mission is to be a leader in the sign industry by providing the best value in visual identification and advertising to our customers, through excellent work ethics and high standards of business practices. For more information, visit www.escomanufacturing.com
About the job:
As a channel letter fabricator for our company, you will enjoy working in our family-like atmosphere that strives for teamwork, innovation, and personal growth. Each day provides new challenges through custom projects and in-house training opportunities. Our Core Values of One Team, Integrity, and Engaged are engrained into our culture, and our team members are rewarded for their efforts. We’re living our Vision by creating WOW experiences for our team members, customers, and communities!
Key Responsibilities:
o Layout and fabrication of channel letters and logos including letter backs, plastic faces, and returns of any degree of difficulty from sheet metal, prefinished aluminum, or aluminum of any gauge
o Installation of LED modules, power supplies, neon tube supports, connectors, and mounting holes in letters; and fabrication of raceway as needed.
o Installation and wiring of channel letters on the raceway, route aluminum sheets, grind burs, and apply acrylic undercoat
o Maintain inventory at optimal levels
o Follow work orders and drawings to complete projects on time and according to drawings and customer specifications.
o Maintain tools and equipment by ensuring they are cleaned and in good working condition.
o Will assist in scheduling and training as needed, and work closely with other fabricators, and production teams to complete projects efficiently and on time
o Meet company quality standards by completing control check sheets and documenting materials and time on work orders accurately.
o Follow all safety protocols, wearing required protective gear (safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, earplugs).
o Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
o A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
o Proficiency in reading drawings, and job specifications.
o Ability to operate and maintain equipment.
o Excellent attention to detail and precision.
Physical Requirements:
o Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).
o Capable of standing for long periods; bending, kneeling, or squatting as needed during tasks.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Experience:
- Welding: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Watertown, SD 57201 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Watertown, SD 57201: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $21
