Fabrication Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Shelby American, Inc.; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to coordinate fabrication activities and ensure quality production. This role involves setting up machinery, producing high-quality parts, and troubleshooting equipment issues. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in sheet metal fabrication, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret blueprints. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact production efficiency and quality standards. If you are ready to take on a hands-on role in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1 year related experience and/or training required.
• High School Degree or GED is mandatory.
• Sheet metal fabrication experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed deadlines for assigned tasks.
• Produce parts that meet quality standards.
• Perform setups and operation of various machinery.

Skills

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Blueprint Reading

Mathematical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

High School Degree or GED

Tools

Shear

Riveter

Drill Press

Strippit Punch Press

Roller

Disk Sander

Portable Power Tools

Band Saw

Table Saw

Miter Saw

Hand Brake

Manual Brake Press

Mill

Lathe

Job description

Ipsen is a drug free workplace

Ipsen offers a comprehensive benefits package day one with no waiting period as well as a generous 401k match and tuition reimbursement.

Overview

Coordinates all activities required to effectively lay out work, set-up appropriate machines or equipment to meet or exceed fabrication and customer requirements per design specifications and published schedules. Efficiently utilizes resources to minimize scrap, materials, and labor.

Responsibilities

Includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Consistently meet and exceed deadlines for assigned tasks
• Efficiently produce parts that meet and exceed quality standards as determined by the Production Supervisor and/or Quality Inspector
• Perform set ups and operation of the below machinery properly and safely:
  1. Shear
  2. Riveter
  3. Drill Press
  4. Strippit Punch Press
  5. Roller
  6. Disk Sander
  7. Portable Power Tools
  8. Band Saw, Table Saw, and Miter Saw
  9. Hand Brake
  10. Manual Brake Press
  11. Mill
  12. Lathe
• Trouble-shoot machine problems and perform preventative maintenance
• Other duties as assigned/needed

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• 1 year related experience and/or training
• Must have a High School Degree or GED equivalent
• Sheet metal fabrication experience preferred
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and comprehend all forms of written and/or verbal instructions including but not limited to basic correspondence and blueprints
• Effectively able to present information and respond to questions from managers, supervisors, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, angles, and volume
• Knowledge of basic concepts of geometry
• Ability to apply a common sense approach and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Fork lift and overhead crane training and certification preferred

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand up to 8 hours per day; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk, occasionally climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. The employee must be able to work in the heat. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, dust and carbon in the air, or other airborne particles that may require respiratory protection. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require hearing protection. Eye protection and foot protection is required at all times.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.