Fab Processing Helper

Lockheed Martin; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Palmdale, CA seeks a fabrication operator to learn and perform simple machine operations under supervision. The role includes deburring, edge finishing, and identifying parts to meet shop orders.

You will handle loading/unloading baskets, operate grinders, and assist with numbering, labeling, and part preparation as required. A strong mechanical aptitude and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in manufacturing environments.
• Basic computer operations.
• Weighing materials.
• Mixing materials.
• Packaging materials.
• Ability to follow specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication machines under supervision after setups to learn operations or relieve the operator.
• Remove burrs, sharp edges and cracks from parts using grinding and sanding equipment.
• Load and unload processing baskets, racks, conveyors, ovens and furnaces; hand drill and wire parts as directed.
• Number, tag and wrap parts; verify conformance to shop orders.
• Perform routine manual tasks and assist skilled or semi-skilled workers as needed.

Skills

Prior experience in manufacturing

Basic computer operations

Ability to follow specifications

Weighing materials

Mixing materials

Packaging materials

Job description

Standard Job Description

Operates fabrication machines under surveillance of operator or supervisor after setups are made to perform simple operations for the purpose of learning said operations, or relieving the operator; removes burrs, sharp edges and cracks from flat, formed, and extruded parts by the use of power-driven portable or stationary sanding, abrasive or grinding equipment such as pedestal grinders, belt sanders, or portable grinders; selects proper size and type of abrasive wheel or sanding belt for materials worked on; cleans and balances wheels as required.

Standard Job Description

Operates fabrication machines under surveillance of operator or supervisor after setups are made to perform simple operations for the purpose of learning said operations, or to relieve the operator; removes burrs, sharp edges and cracks from flat, formed, and extruded parts by the use of power-driven portable or stationary sanding, abrasive or grinding equipment such as pedestal grinders, belt sanders, or portable grinders; selects proper size and type of abrasive wheel or sanding belt for materials worked on; cleans and balances wheels as required. Cleans, washes, dries, hand strips and masks parts and detail assemblies prior, during and subsequent to the processing of said parts and assemblies by others; loads and unloads processing baskets, racks, conveyors, baking ovens and furnaces by hand or by hoists: hand drills and wires parts as directed; performs stenciling operations not requiring use of spray gun; operates processing equipment under surveillance to perform simple operations for the purpose of learning said operations, or to relieve the operator. Sets up and operates various sizes and types of numbering machines and other identification equipment to number detail parts or assemblies for identification purposes by determining numbers to be used from shop order, blueprints, or written information, setting up numeral stamping heads, adjusting shut height of such heads, selecting proper location on parts to be numbered, and applying proper pressure. Performs rework of the level of difficulty of the operations described above. Makes table setups preparatory to fabrication operations by nesting and stacking sheets or parts on table and aligning work to pilot holes, placing tooling on material, and fastening as required; moves, positions, holds, wraps, unloads, counts, hand stamps, lubricates, and cleans parts, moves and positions dies, tools, equipment, fixtures, and material before, during, or subsequent to fabrication operations. Identifies, numbers, tags, and wraps parts; counts and checks parts visually for conformance to specifications; moves and positions material handling equipment; fills welded assemblies and tubes with rust preventative compounds. Dries parts with air hose; dips parts in plastic dip pot to preserve threads and close-tolerance holes. Performs hand filling and burring operations; cleans, dries, stacks or racks burred parts as required. Performs routine and repetitive miscellaneous manual tasks and/or helps skilled or semiskilled fabrication and processing workers in the performance of their duties. Works to shop orders, blueprints, oral or written instructions. Numbers parts by hand or gang numbering stamp where parts are too large for machine. Applies inked numbers with rubber stamp or roller as required. Prepares and applies numbered tags. Counts parts to verify conformance to shop orders.

• Must obtain and maintain Company licenses, certifications, and training as required for assigned tasks***
• Must Be Able to Work Any Shift***

Basic Qualifications

Prior experience in manufacturing environments

Basic computer operations.

Desired Skills

Weighing materials

Mixing materials

Packaging materials

Ability to follow specifications

Pay Information

• $22.65 - $36.01

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.