Precision Fabrication Machine Operator (Steel/Sheet Metal)

Harvard Integrations; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Integrations in Tea, SD is seeking a fabrication technician to set up and operate fabricating machines and to read drawings and cut lists. This role offers day and evening shifts, with duties covering safe operation of laser, punch, brake, shear, flame cutter, and saw equipment.

Responsibilities include measuring with tape measures and calipers, tracking material usage, and maintaining quality and cleanliness. Forklift experience is a plus; teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret drawings and cut lists.
• Proficient in following quality and safety guidelines.
• Must be able to read tape measures and calipers.
• Experience with structural steel and sheet metal is preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and cut lists.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as laser, punch press, brake press, shears, flame cutters, and saws.
• Read tape measures and calipers
• Record and monitor material usage.
• Follow all established quality guidelines.
• Follow all established safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic math

Safety awareness

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Tape measure

Grinders

Saws

Job description

Harvard Integrations in Tea, SD is seeking a fabrication technician to set up and operate fabricating machines and to read drawings and cut lists. This role offers day and evening shifts, with duties covering safe operation of laser, punch, brake, shear, flame cutter, and saw equipment.

Responsibilities include measuring with tape measures and calipers, tracking material usage, and maintaining quality and cleanliness. Forklift experience is a plus; teamwork and reliability are essential.