Metal Prep Technician

Skyline Products, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental and

401k with company match

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and

Job summary

Skyline Products, Inc. is seeking a Metal Prep Technician to operate shop cutting, CNC equipment, and grinding tools to prep raw metal materials according to blueprints and work orders. This role ensures accurate sizing and clean edges before materials move to welding or assembly.

The position requires 0-2 years in a metal shop, strong measurement skills, and strict adherence to safety procedures. Day shift with a starting hourly rate of $20.00–$24.00, full-time hours, and a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Read basic shop drawings, cut lists, and blueprints.
• Read a tape measure to 1/16" or 1/32" with high precision.
• Interpret welding symbols, dimensions, and cut lists.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Follow PPE requirements and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate shop cutting equipment and CNC cutters to dimension raw stock.
• Grind, deburr and finish edges using grinders and grinders.
• Read blueprints and verify measurements against drawings.
• Sort, stack, and move raw materials and cut parts safely.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow OSHA guidelines.
• Inspect parts for accurate dimensions before welding or assembly.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement accuracy

CNC operation

Quality consciousness

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Tools

Band saws

Plasma cutters

CNC cutters

Calipers

Tape measure

Angle grinders

Job description

Metal Prep Technician -- TFC Division

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Skyline Products is a leading manufacturer of electronic price signs and transportation systems based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. We are a team of collaborative innovators dedicated to designing and manufacturing the industry's highest-quality signage and software solutions.

Job Summary

The Metal Prep Technician operates shop cutting, CNC equipment and grinding equipment to prepare raw metal materials (steel, aluminum, stainless steel) according to blueprints, work orders, and shop specifications. This role ensures accurate sizing and clean edges before materials move to welding or assembly.

Job Type: Full-time

DAY SHIFT***: 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday.

Compensation for this position is $20.00 - $24.00 an hour.** **

Primary Responsibilities

• Shop Safety & Maintenance: Maintain a clean work area, perform daily safety checks on tools, and follow all OSHA and internal shop safety guidelines.
• Read Blueprints & Measurements: Interpret basic shop drawings, cut sheets, and work orders, using a tape measure, square, and calipers with high precision.
• Operate Cutting Equipment: Set up and operate shop saws (band saws, chop saws), shears, plasma cutters, or CNC cutters to dimension raw stock.
• Material Preparation & Deburring: Grind, deburr, and clean-cut edges using angle grinders, sanders, or wire wheels to remove sharp burrs and slag.
• Material Handling: Sort, stack, tag, and move raw materials and cut parts using overhead cranes, forklifts, or manual carts.
• Quality Control: Check dimensions of cut parts against drawings and inspect material for surface defects before routing to the weld or assembly floor.

Requirements

• Experience: 0--2 years working in a manufacturing, warehouse, or metal shop environment.
• Math & Measuring: Proven ability to read a tape measure down to 1/16" or 1/32" and basic shop math skills. Strong understanding of fractions, decimals, and basic geometry for accurate layout work.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret welding symbols, dimensions, and cut lists.
• Tool Proficiency: Experience with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy materials (often up to 50 lbs.), and work in a noisy, fast-paced industrial environment.
• Safety Gear: Willingness to wear PPE (safety glasses, steel-toe boots, earplugs, welding/leather sleeves as needed).

*Regularly performs physically demanding tasks that require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and moving materials weighing* ***50 to 100 pounds or more****, including lifting items from ground level to waist height and overhead. Must be able to safely handle heavy materials throughout the workday while following established safety procedures.*

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• 401k with company match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal and Company Holidays)
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Training and Development