Sheet Metal Mechanic I (First Shift)

TriMas Corporation; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TriMas Company LLC in El Cajon, CA is seeking a Sheet Metal Mechanic I (First Shift) to set up and operate precision sheet metal equipment and fabricate assemblies from light gauge material. The role requires standing, lifting, and accurate work to meet engineering drawings and tolerances.

The position is onsite in El Cajon, CA, full-time hourly with benefits. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of sheet metal experience, blueprint reading skills, and proficiency in math and trigonometry,

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in precision sheet metal fabrication.
• Ability to fabricate parts from sheet metal across various materials and tooling.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and maintain tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sheet metal equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Run a job from start to finish and own the first article.
• Develop first run parts and assemblies.
• Apply math and trig to layouts and measurements.
• Use precision hand tools and measure with high accuracy.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math & trig

Sheet metal fabrication

Tools

Shear

CNC Turret Punch Press

Punch Press

Unipunch

Press Brake

Spotwelder

Power Notcher

Job description

Sheet Metal Mechanic I (First Shift)

Company: TriMas Company LLC

Primary Location: 1451 N Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

SUMMARY

This occupation requires the set up and operation of various precision sheet metal equipment. To fabricate sheet metal assemblies, detail assemblies and parts of light gauge material. The types of material include: all grade aluminum, stainless steel, cold roll steel (Approximately .010 to .250 thick). This occupation requires moderate physical exertion including lifting, bending and considerable time standing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to perform setups and operate various sheet metal related equipment.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Able to run a job from start to finish and be responsible for own first article.
• Able to work in development of first run parts and assemblies.
• Knowledge of math and trigonometry.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or directed.
• Able to use precision tools and hand tools.

This role is required to be on-site 4 days at the El Cajon, CA location.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five (3) years' experience in precision sheet metal.
• Must be able to fabricate parts from sheet metal with experience in all types of material and tooling.
• Shear, CNC Turret Punch Press, Punch Press, Unipunch, Press Brake, Spotwelder, Power Notcher.
• Fabricate parts to dimensional tolerances as required by engineering drawings.
• Responsible for checking all operations from material gauge and type through shearing, punching, or forming.
• Work independently and with others to develop guidelines for the production of sheet metal assemblies.
• Figure shear size, and flat pattern layout using height gauges and other precision instruments from engineering drawings.
• Be willing to work at assigned jobs in or outside the sheet metal department.

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $25-29.

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location. Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

This position requires access to information, or technology, which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a (i) citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. \"Green Card Holder\"); or (iii) a person admitted to the United States as a refugee, or granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.