Fabrication Mechanic - Assembly (Trainee) - 1st & 2nd Shift Available

Smiths Group; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is seeking a Fabrication Mechanic - Assembler (Trainee) to join our team. The role involves fabricating metal tubing, both rigid and flexible, by cutting, grinding, forming, deburring, cleaning, swaging, and polishing per specifications for hydraulic fuel, pneumatic, waste and exhaust installations.

Training is available on 1st or 2nd shift. 2nd Shift runs Monday–Thursday, 3:15 PM–1:45 AM with a $1.00 shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 1–3 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Performs visual and dimensional checks on materials, assemblies, tube details, components and finished products.
• Fabricates, assembles, installs, salvages parts from assemblies and repairs rigid and/or flexible tube assemblies.
• Prepares hose for assembly using hand tools, removes rubber to buff ends for fittings, connects fittings to hose, applies RTV.
• Sets up and operates swager and crimper equipment, buffers, and other sizing devices.
• Lifts, positions, and moves work pieces; reads blueprints and process sheets to manufacture tubes.

Skills

Visual inspection

Blueprint reading

Hand tools use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Swager

Crimper

Job description

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is searching for a Fabrication Mechanic - Assembler (Trainee) to join the team. This position involves the fabrication of metal tubing both rigid and flexible, for a multitude of operations, by cutting, grinding, forming, de-burring, cleaning, swaging, and polishing according to specifications, for use in hydraulic fuel, pneumatic, waste and exhaust installations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with reasonable accommodation when necessary.

Training available on 1st or 2nd shift

2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:15 PM - 1:45 AM with $1.00 shift differential

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs visual and dimensional checks on materials, assemblies, tube details, components and finished products.
• Plans, lay out, fabricate, assembles, install, salvage parts from assemblies and repair rigid and/or flexible tube assemblies, fixtures, equipment, and products by performing the following duties.
• Perform various functions by hand and utilizes hand tools to prepare hose for assembly including removing rubber to buff back ends for fittings, connect fittings to hose, apply RTV, and other assembly preparations
• Sets up and operates abrasive, squaring, deburring, and sizing equipment such as swager or crimper.
• Lifts, positions, and removes work pieces from machines.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, method sheets, process sheets, policies and procedures to manufacture a variety of rigid and flexible metal tubes.
• Measures angular dimensions, radii, contours, clearances, thread lead, wall thickness, and other specifications. Performs a variety of quality tests per procedures.
• Holds tape and rods and marks reference points to assist in layout.
• Loads, stacks, and transports stock, tools, dies, and work in process.
• Attaches clamps to position work piece to be cut.
• Cleans and blows out dust, particles, and metal shavings from work piece prior to fabricating, welding, painting, or shipping.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Registrations

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Visioninsurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.