Fabrication Operator (Brazing)

Methode Electronics, Inc.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fabrication Operator to join its dynamic team. In this hands-on role, you will set up and operate various machines to shape and alter sheet metal according to precise specifications. You'll be responsible for reading blueprints, performing quality checks, and maintaining a safe and organized workspace. Ideal candidates will have experience with brake press setup and operation, along with basic math skills and proficiency in English. This position offers a great opportunity to grow within a supportive manufacturing environment, where your contributions will directly impact production quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with brake press setup and operation is essential.
• Ability to set up machines from blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to shape metal accurately.
• Perform quality checks and report errors to supervisor.
• Maintain neat work areas and comply with safety rules.

Skills

Brake press setup and operation

Basic math skills

Reading blueprints

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Brake press

Drill press

Mills

Brazing and soldering equipment

Job description

Methode is seeking a Fabrication Operator to set up and operate machines such as small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drill/punch presses, shears, bending rolls, power brakes, grinders, and numerical control equipment to shape and alter sheet metal according to specifications.



Responsibilities:

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  Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or engineer drawings to shape metal accurately

  
  


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  Uses hand and power tools to shape and smooth metal and to blend seams

  
  


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  Layout and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials, according to drawings, using shop tools

  
  


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  Perform necessary quality checks of product for errors and report them to supervisor

  
  


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  Drill and punch holes in metal, for screws, bolts, and rivets

  
  


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  Maintain neat and orderly work areas and comply with all safety rules

  
  


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  Other duties as assigned

  
  

Qualifications:

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  High school diploma or GED required

  
  


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  Must have brake press setup and operation experience

  
  


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  Punch brakes, mills, drill presses, brazing, and soldering equipment experience helpful, but not mandatory

  
  


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  Ability to set up machines from blueprints

  
  


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  Basic math skills

  
  


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  Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English

  
  


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  Ability to interface with all disciplines in the manufacturing facility

  
  


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  Ability to work independently

  
  


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  Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds