Fabricator - 1st Shift

knowles; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles is seeking a Fabricator to form sheet and structural materials per engineering specifications. The role involves reading blueprints, selecting materials, and operating CNC laser cutters, shears, punch presses, and bending equipment on 1st shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.).

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of fabrication experience, strong math skills, and the ability to use measuring tools like calipers and micrometers. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of fabrication experience or equivalent training.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing documents and drawings.
• Strong math skills and ability to read measurement instruments (ruler, tape measure, calipers, micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Read work-order packets and blueprints to determine required operations.
• Identify materials from work orders and prepare them for fabrication.
• Operate CNC laser cutter, shear, punch presses, bending equipment and overhead crane.
• Maintain machinery and perform routine maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
• Complete paperwork and keep the work area clean and organized.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading work orders

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC laser cutter

Shear

Punch presses

Bending equipment/brake press

Overhead crane

Forklift operation

Job description

OVERVIEW:

The Fabricator will be responsible for bending, shearing, cutting and otherwise forming sheet and structural materials in accordance with engineering and manufacturing specifications to provide a completed assembly, within a specified allotted time, which meets all drawing specifications. Must have a strong commitment to company values of honesty, trust, fairness, and mutual respect.

1st Shift hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (plus overtime as required)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties and responsibilities of the Fabricator include, but are not limited to the following:

• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and procedures.
• Read and understand a work-order packet and other related documentation to determine what work needs to be done and the appropriate processes to be used.
• Read and understand blueprints and Engineering drawings.
• Obtain correct material identified in the work order packet.
• Communicate with production supervisor regarding any non-conformances in shop materials, instructions, or other irregularities. Inform production supervisor on completion of tasks assigned, including applicable quality checks.
• Successfully operates a variety of equipment, including CNC laser cutter, shear, punch presses, bending equipment/brake press, and overhead crane, to fabricate parts required for tooling fixtures for production.
• Utilizing shop documentation, BOM’s, tooling, fixtures, and jigs (as required), selecting the proper material and fabricate a variety of parts to meet production schedules.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on machines as required in order to keep machinery and equipment functioning properly and to minimize breakdowns.
• Unload steel truck, load materials, and wrap on pallet.
• Able to become forklift certified as well as pass crane/rigging training.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Complete necessary paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB PREREQUISITES:

• 1-2 years of experience or equivalent training in fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and understand manufacturing documents.
• Strong computer skills.
• Must have good math skills and be able to read/use a ruler, tape measure, calipers, and micrometers.
• Ability to define basic/routine problems, evaluate and establish facts and seek solutions to problems.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Full body movement
• Ability to lift/move, carry, push and/or pull items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to stand for lengthy periods of time (5+ hours a day).
• Must be able to work in a noisy environment.
• Exceptionally good eyesight
• Constant alertness

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED is required.