Sheet Metal Fabricator - Weekend Shift

Position: Sheet Metal Fabricator - Weekend Shift ($31.65+)

Sheet Metal Fabricator - Weekend Shift ($31.65+)

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About Pierce, An Oshkosh Company

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Since 1913, we have evolved from building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church to creating highly customized, carefully designed, and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay – starting pay $25.15‑26.80 per hour, plus a Weekend Shift Premium of $6.50 per hour
• Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually
• Comprehensive Benefit Package – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships and so much more)
• Relocation bonus of $2,500 when relocating from outside a 50‑mile radius
• Job Stability
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Hands‑On Approach
• Customer Focus
• Culture for Fostering Teamwork
• People First Culture
• Hiring Immediately

Shift Overview

• Openings are on the weekend shift
• Shift times and overtime hours vary dependent on position, department, and location
• Weekend Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday – three 12‑hour days
• Training may be required on 1st shift – Monday – Thursday – four 10‑hour days

Summary of

Job Description

The positions within a Sheet Metal Fabricator (Machine Operator I) are responsible for checking job sheets and setting up machines for operation. The employee may operate different machines to complete the assigned tasks. They must be able to read blueprints and troubleshoot basic equipment and machines. They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Functions

• Communicate verbally with co‑workers to keep a safe working environment
• Operate a variety of different sheet metal fabrication machines and equipment to include but not limited to: press brakes, lasers, water jets, turrets, rollers, panel benders
• Set up and prepare parts for cutting and forming operations
• Operate a computer for machine set up
• Load/unload materials into machines and equipment
• Read and apply measurements to parts and equipment
• Read and understand blueprints, schematic diagrams, etc.
• Read and interrupt job routings and paperwork
• Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
• Use of a cart to push/pull equipment and parts to and from designated areas
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
• Assist co‑workers with lifting parts
• Understand the differences in parts and tools
• Sweep and clean shop area
• Work overtime and rotate jobs as needed
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions

• These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.
• Grinding, buffing, drilling, and bending materials
• Assist in inventory of parts
• Operate a materials cart or forklift to transport truck parts to and from designated areas
• Participate in rotation of operating machines

Basic Qualifications

• 1 or more years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• Previous experience with basic hand tools.

Preferred Qualifications to Complete Essential Functions

• Previous experience in metal fabrication.
• Previous experience as a Pierce team member or contractor.

Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions

• All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.
• Perform assigned tasks
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
• Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
• Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment
• Hear safety alarms and other co‑workers
• Perform basic counting tasks
• Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and…