What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabricator position at Kentucky Trailer?
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Description:
The Fabricator is responsible for operating fabrication machines that cut, shape, and bend metal to desired specifications. The Fabricator will lay out, fabricate, brazes, and assemble product by utilizing knowledge of working characteristics, such as layout techniques, usage of hand & power tools, machines, and other equipment as needed.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Read and interpret blueprints to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal products
- Selects gauge and type of sheet metal, according to product specifications, sets stops, or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template
- Lays out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material, using scribers, dividers, squares, and rulers, applying knowledge of shop mathematics and layout techniques to develop and trace patters of product or parts using templates
- Set up and operates fabricating machines, such as shears, press brake, in order to cut, bend, and form
- Selects positions and secures dies, cutters, and fixtures onto machine
- Adjusts controls to set and regulate machining factors
- Usage of power tools to trim, file, grind, deburr, buffs, and smooth surfaces
- Manufactures assemblies according to blueprints, using hand tools, lifting, and handling devices
- Inspects assemblies and installation for conformance to desired specifications according to blueprints
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Desired Qualifications and Experience Levels:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- Prior Fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
- Attention to detail in follow through, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
- Ability and understanding of various measuring devices in meeting drawing dimensions and specifications
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Strong communication skills are necessary
- Must have the ability to perform basic math calculations
- While performing duties of this job, the employee must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds
- Work in full compliance with safety regulations
- Must possess willingness to learn outside of existing areas of expertise
- Willing to work in a fast-paced setting, handle change, and have the creative energy to solve problems
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status. Kentucky Trailer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce
