Metal Fabricator

Job Description

Expected lenght of contract: 26-Jan-2026 - 30-Apr-2026

This position will perform basic metal fabrication such as:

• Fabricate components using associated tasks including deburr, bending, routing, forming, cutting, shearing, straightening, shrinking, bead, flare, flange, punching, countersinking, tapping, chamfering, pressure and leak test, part mark or similar tasks.

• Use hand, power tools and equipment to complete work assignment.

• Validate quality of tool(s) prior to setup, during & after job completion.

• Apply potting compound and sealer as required to complete the job.

• Work from blueprints, drawings, templates, and check fixtures, form blocks and written/verbal instructions.

• Self inspection as required of performed task prior to next work sequence. Uses precision measuring equipment (calipers, scales, etc.).

• Rework and repair defective products as required.

• Assist others in the execution of tasks as required.

• As required lay out parts and patterns to facilitate associated operations (shear, route, saw, etc.).

• Setup, adjust, maintain and operate all equipment.

• Work may occasionally require soldering riveting.

• Use basic and advanced shop math.

• Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).

• Routinely move product within shop-defined area, including across aisle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation.

• Performs verification of dimensions of parts using both mechanical and electronic precision measurement tools.

• Perform inspection MVP, including first part review, of fabricated parts and assemblies.

• Initiate and document any non-conforming condition.

• Maintain required certifications and qualifications as needed. (e.g. SLS, BAC, Nadcap, AS9100, crane, sealer, liquid nitrogen, vehicle ops)

• Ensure compliance with applicable processes (e.g., FOD, Hazmat, OSHA, QMS)

• Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level.

• Able to capture, translate, validate or provide technical measurement to meet engineering intent and top-level requirements using engineering and model-based definition drawings.

• 4-5 years of hand form experience

• Experience with stretch press, brake forms, bag press, and other skills involving bending of metal

• Aerospace experience preferred

• Construction industry working with metal could also be considered

• All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks. Majority of new hires will be hired on 2nd shift

• No testing to qualify for this role

• Contractors will get on the job training