Fabrication Operator - 1st Shift - SSC North

Southern Specialties | Tulsa, OK; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Specialties is seeking a Fabrication Operator for our climate-controlled Tulsa facility, focusing on fabricating sheet metal parts using forming machines, saws, drills, mills, taps, and finishing equipment. The role requires attention to detail and familiarity with hand and power tools, with experience in press brakes a plus.

The position runs Monday through Thursday, 5:00am–3:30pm, and involves reading blueprints, inspecting parts, maintaining a clean, safe workspace, and standing for

Qualifications

• Previous fabrication experience is preferred.
• Proficient with measuring equipment (Height Gauge, Calipers, Tape Measure, Squares, Angle Finders).
• Able to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Experience with industrial machinery and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic shop math.
• Prior metal fabrication experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings
• Inspect finished products for quality
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent and team worker

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Tools

Height Gauge

Calipers

Tape Measure

Squares

Angle Finders

Job description

Southern Specialties is looking for a Fabrication Operator to work at our climate-controlled facility, where components for sheet metal products are produced. Fabrication Operators will primarily be utilizing metal forming machines as well as saws, drills, mills, taps, and other sanding, cutting, deburring, and grinding equipment to finish parts coming off the laser operator's table and moving the completed part to the next operation. We are looking for someone that is detail oriented and knows how to utilize hand/power tools. The ideal candidate will also have experience with Press Brakes and other metal forming machines and equipment.

The hours are Monday through Thursday, from 5:00am to 3:30pm.

Responsibilities & Authorities:

• Set up and operate machinery
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings
• Inspect finished products for quality
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a fabrication environment preferred
• Proficient with measuring equipment including Height Gauge, Calipers, Tape Measure, Squares, Angle Finders
• Proficiency with Blueprints and Work Instructions
• Experience with industrial machinery and equipment
• Knowledge of basic shop math
• Prior experience in metal fabrication
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Safety-Sensitive Designation:

Jobs which involve one or more tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others are considered safety-sensitive. This position is safety-sensitive because, in addition to the essential functions, it also involves performing one or more of the following essential tasks or duties:

• The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools
• Maintaining and monitoring the performance or operation of equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage.

Generally, 95% of the normal work shift requires standing, bending, squatting, and climbing while running production, inspecting work and machines and checking procedures.

Job requires moving of material and parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifting devices should be used when possible. Parts must be lifted, pulled, pushed, and held in place, sometimes without benefit of material handling devices due to limited space and confined areas in and around machines.