Precision Metal Fabricator

AAF International (American Air Filter); Washington (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AAF International (American Air Filter) is seeking an operator to load dies, set strokes, and load programs to produce parts for filters, containment housings, frames, and R&D work. The role requires reading blueprints, identifying metals, and ensuring proper tooling and safety.

The operator will run punch presses and other fabrication equipment, maintain cleanliness, and communicate with the foreman on shop floor, performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience reading flat patterns and working with precision instruments.
• Ability to identify different metals.
• 6 months manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety rules and procedures.
• Uses a punch press to prepare metal parts.
• Reads blueprints and drawings.
• Programs numbers from flat patterns into machine software.
• Operates forklift to move metal.
• Uses hand tools and measures to spec.
• Maintains machine cleanliness and tool usage.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Measurement skills

Math calculations

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma

Trades certification (beneficial)

Tools

Punch press

Forklift

Shear

Saw

Press brake

Drill press

Deburrer

Job description

AAF International (American Air Filter) is seeking an operator to load dies, set strokes, and load programs to produce parts for filters, containment housings, frames, and R&D work. The role requires reading blueprints, identifying metals, and ensuring proper tooling and safety.

The operator will run punch presses and other fabrication equipment, maintain cleanliness, and communicate with the foreman on shop floor, performing other duties as assigned.