Sheet Metal Forming Cell Operator (1st Shift) - Benefits

Anchor Fabrication LLC; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Anchor Fabrication, LLC in Denton, TX is hiring for a 1st shift machinist to operate and setup fabrication cells, including sawing, bending, welding, and milling. The role emphasizes precision and adherence to blueprints and customer drawings.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, manufacturing experience, and strong attention to detail, safety, and teamwork. This is an onsite position with standard Monday–Friday hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sheet metal drawings, and weld symbols.
• Strong prioritization and time-management to meet schedules.
• Clear communication and basic computer skills.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Knowledge of safety and standard shop practices.
• Willingness to work across departments as priorities shift.

Responsibilities

• Run fabrication cell performing sawing, bending, welding, and milling to produce jamb components.
• Set up each job: review job packet, set angles and stops, exchange dies, and adjust machine tension.
• Operate saws, press brakes, welding equipment, and mills safely and efficiently.
• Verify part quality against specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot issues and partner with the supervisor and quality control as needed.
• Apply FIFO material rotation and consider metal hardness factors in planning and execution.
• Contribute across departments when priorities shift.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Prioritize schedules

Clear communication

Computer literacy

Safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturing experience

Metal forming experience preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Machining equipment

Job description

Anchor Fabrication, LLC in Denton, TX is hiring for a 1st shift machinist to operate and setup fabrication cells, including sawing, bending, welding, and milling. The role emphasizes precision and adherence to blueprints and customer drawings.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, manufacturing experience, and strong attention to detail, safety, and teamwork. This is an onsite position with standard Monday–Friday hours and comprehensive benefits.