1st Shift Sheet Metal Handwork

Radius-Aerospace-Inc; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company matching

Medical insurance

Prescription Medication Coverage

Vision Insurance

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Paid holiday

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Radius Aerospace in Shelbyville, Indiana, is hiring for a 1st shift sheet metal handwork operator. The role involves hand and machine finishing of sheet metal parts for aviation, with on‑the‑job training provided. We value accuracy, dexterity, and teamwork in a fast‑paced environment characterized by growth and performance rewards.

You will work on both machine and hand finishing, reading drawings, and ensuring products meet quality standards in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Entry level position with on‑the‑job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine and hand finishing techniques on sheet metal components.
• Identify and use basic pneumatic tools such as drill motors and countersink cutters.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and travelers for part manufacturing.
• Analyze work orders and shop aids to ensure conformance to quality standards.
• Operate chemical process equipment in production steps as required.
• Inspect assemblies for accordance with specifications and quality controls.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Manual sheet metal work

Reading drawings

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Drill motors

Countersink cutters

Job description

1st Shift Sheet Metal Handwork

Full Time Manual Labor Shelbyville, IN, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 2688

1st Shift Sheet Metal Handwork Operator

Starting pay $21.00 an hour plus based on experience.

Entry level position, training will be provided.

Build your career at Radius Aerospace–Shelbyville. We offer a fast-paced, high‑energy environment that supports growth and rewards performance. You’ll work with people who are passionate about what they do.

Position Summary

Radius Aerospace manufactures sheet metal parts and assemblies for the aviation industry, using advanced metal‑forming and specialized processes across commercial, military, regional jet, helicopter, and general aviation markets.

We’re seeking Handwork Sheet Metal Production associates to join our team. You’ll use machine and hand‑finishing techniques to smooth and blend components into finished products, relying on excellent hand–eye coordination and hand dexterity.

• Perform machine and hand finishing techniques
• Identify and properly use basic pneumatic tools such as drill motors, dotco's and countersink cutters
• Read and interpret drawings, illustrations, specifications and identifies their relevance to the manufacturing of parts
• Analyze work order/traveler, specifications, check fixtures, mylars and shop aids to perform handwork or rework of formed parts to comply with quality standards and customer requirements
• Operate automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes in accordance with operating procedures
• Inspect assemblies and installations for conformance to specifications. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical processes or other control procedures

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Employee Benefits: Our employees are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• 401k with company matching
• Medical insurance
• Prescription Medication Coverage
• Vision Insurance
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Paid holiday
• Generous paid time off

To learn more about what we do, who we are, and what we value, please visit our website at http://www.radiusaerospace.com.

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Radius Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Disability Accommodation: If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Human Resources at 317-642-5770.
• Drug-Free Workplace: In order to maintain our Drug-Free work environment, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.
• Cybersecurity and Compliance: All employees are required to comply with the company’s cybersecurity, information security, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling policies. This includes safeguarding sensitive information, completing mandatory security training, and promptly reporting any suspected data or security incidents. Certain roles may involve access to CUI associated with U.S. Department of Defense contracts and require completion of CMMC/ITAR compliance training.
• ITAR/EAR Requirements: Pursuant to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), applicants for select positions may be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status to meet the minimum qualifications. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
• Work Authorization: All U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.