Fabrication Operator 4 - 2nd Shift

Southern States, LLC; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 22,855 - 32,551; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages & shift differential

10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday

Medical and dental insurance

401K retirement account

Job summary

Southern States, LLC is looking for a Fabrication Operator 4 based in Hampton, Georgia. This full-time position involves various fabrication operations including bending, punching, and soldering workpieces according to specifications. Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED, with some related experience. The role requires strong blueprint reading skills and basic mathematical abilities. Benefits include weekly pay, paid time off, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; related experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform mathematical calculations.
• Experience with fabrication equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and perform fabrication operations.
• Assemble contacts and maintain equipment.
• Clean and prepare work pieces as per specifications.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Blueprint verification

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Contact bender

Punch press

Drill press

Job description

Our Values

• Equality. We treat each other with fairness, respect, and professionalism.
• Innovation. We seek out new opportunities, innovate and experiment with new ideas.
• Teamwork. We work as a team, collaborating with and supporting each other for the good of Southern States.
• Continuous Improvement. We will be open to learning and change to be more effective.
• Have Fun. We will be profitable, grow the company, and have fun.

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: 2nd Shift (3:30 PM – 12:00 AM)

Pay: $20.11

Benefits

• Competitive wages & shift differential
• Weekly paycheck
• 10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday
• Paid vacation
• Steel toe shoes reimbursement up to $135
• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)
• 401K retirement account
• Discount program with Verizon Wireless

Position Summary

The Southern States LLC Fabrication Operator 4 plans and performs a variety of fabrication operations utilizing contact bender, vibrating equipment, punch press, foot shear, solder, and drill press to drill, bend, shear, punch, solder and clean work pieces to fabrication drawing specifications.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, work orders, shop notes, and tooling instructions for specifications such as hole locations, sizes, lengths of cut, bend lengths, bend angles, and type of cleaning and gauging to perform.
• Communicate with the team leader to determine the proper method to complete the assigned job.
• Vibrate contacts by placing contacts in vibrator, clamping and starting machine.
• Perform minor set ups on contact bender.
• Bend contacts by placing part in contact bender and moving lever to operate machine.
• Verify proper contact bend by referencing blueprint.
• Operate punch press machines (no set up required).
• Assemble contacts by pressing rivets into parts and soldering with induction machine.
• Make shunts using tape measure, foot shear, band saw, tin pot and hammer.
• Grind, file and sand aluminum or steel parts to meet print specifications.
• Clean weld spatter from welded assemblies.
• Clean, polish and buff silver brazed parts to print specifications.
• Set contacts to print specifications using gauges and hand tools.
• Sandblast parts using handheld hose with foot pedal or hand lever to control the flow of sand.
• Maintain equipment and working area in a clean and orderly condition.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to use simple mathematical devices, such as calculators, scales, measuring tapes, etc.

Mandatory WorkKeys Ready

• WorkKeys ACT Score (Applied Math – 3, Graphic Literacy – 4, Workplace Observation – 3).

Southern States LLC is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug‑free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, or veteran status.