Sheet Metal Associate

Primary Staffing Inc.; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Staffing Inc. is seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Associate II to support manufacturing and fabrication operations in Itasca, IL.

You will operate and troubleshoot sheet metal equipment, ensure accurate cutting and shaping, train team members, and help maintain quality standards. This role emphasizes teamwork and safe production practices.

Strong problem-solving, 3+ years of manufacturing and 2+ years sheet metal experience, and ability to lift up to 60 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 2 years of Sheet Metal, Stainless Steel, or related experience.
• Advanced understanding of sheet metal processes and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and stand through the shift.
• Basic Microsoft 365 skills including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot Sheet Metal department equipment.
• Apply advanced knowledge of sheet metal processes, equipment, and material handling.
• Ensure accurate cutting, shaping, and assembly of sheet metal components.
• Inspect finished products to ensure established quality standards are met.
• Identify, document, and help resolve quality control issues.
• Communicate solutions and quality expectations to team members.
• Train, coach, and mentor production team members.
• Maintain accurate inventory of consumables, chemicals, tooling, PPE, and other required supplies.
• Perform and manage equipment maintenance according to established schedules.
• Assist the Maintenance Department with preventive maintenance tasks and improvements.
• Use tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Communicate and collaborate with supervisors and other departments.
• Support an organized, safe, and efficient production environment.

Skills

Basic English

Manufacturing experience

Sheet metal experience

Equipment troubleshooting

Quality awareness

Team mentoring

MS 365 (Word/Excel)

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Sheet metal equipment

Quality testing equipment

Job description

Primary Staffing is hiring an experienced Sheet Metal Associate II to support sheet metal manufacturing and fabrication operations.This position plays an important role in the fabrication of sheet metal products, including operating and troubleshooting equipment, ensuring components are accurately cut, shaped, and assembled, and maintaining established quality standards. The Sheet Metal Associate II will also help train and mentor team members, resolve quality issues, support equipment maintenance, and collaborate with other departments to maintain efficient production operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot Sheet Metal department equipment.
• Apply advanced knowledge of sheet metal processes, equipment, and material handling.
• Ensure accurate cutting, shaping, and assembly of sheet metal components.
• Inspect finished products to ensure established quality standards are met.
• Identify, document, and help resolve quality control issues.
• Communicate solutions and quality expectations to team members.
• Train, coach, and mentor production team members.
• Maintain accurate inventory of consumables, chemicals, tooling, PPE, and other required supplies.
• Perform and manage equipment maintenance according to established schedules.
• Assist the Maintenance Department with preventive maintenance tasks and improvements.
• Use tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Communicate and collaborate with supervisors and other departments.
• Support an organized, safe, and efficient production environment.

Requirements

• Basic English required.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 2 years of Sheet Metal, Stainless Steel, or related experience.
• Advanced understanding of sheet metal processes and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of material handling.
• Proficiency using tools and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve problems efficiently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word and Excel.
• Forklift operating experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift.
• Good manual dexterity.

PPE Requirements

• PPE is required in all work areas.
• Gloves and safety glasses will be provided.

Schedule & Pay

PayPay: $19.00/hour Schedule: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM or 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, depending on operational needs.