Tube Fabrication (Precision Metal Work)

Ferco Aerospace; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ferco Aerospace in Greenwood, IN is seeking a skilled Tube Fabricator for first shift to join a growing aerospace team. You’ll work from detailed blueprints, fit, align and shape tubes to tight tolerances, and use lathes, mills, and grinders.

This full-time role rewards accuracy, reliability, and a strong work ethic with competitive benefits, 401K matching, paid time off, and holiday schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; proof will be required during onboarding.
• Experience in Manufacturing and aerospace components and tubes.
• Ability to read complex blueprints and follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical work that requires fitting, alignment and adjustment of aerospace tubes to very close tolerances.
• Stretch, bend, straighten, shape, pound, or press metal to specification using various tools and machines.
• Troubleshoot and rework production items as needed.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Work from complex blueprints and written/verbal instructions.
• Maintain good attendance and a strong work ethic.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring tools

Machining basics

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Good attendance

Self-starter

Willing to learn

High school diploma

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hammer

Lathe

Milling machine

Surface grinder

Precision measuring tools

Job description

L&E is on the hunt for the absolute best Tube Fabricator in the Midwest. You’re humble about your skills, but deep down you know your work is to be prized and admired. You’re a craftsman that falls into a silent focus on the task at hand.

We want a Tube Fabricator on our team who values accuracy, and efficiency above all. In exchange, we’ll provide the best work environment for you to find fulfillment. A place where you can leave a legacy, work from your personal strengths and be supported by a talented team. Full-time position with benefits on 1st shift.

Come work for an aerospace business that continues to grow on top of record work levels, a history of investment into the business, and desires to be a world class business.

The ideal candidate for this position would be able to do the following and possess the following:

• Prior experience in Manufacturing
• Perform mechanical work that typically requires fitting, alignment and adjustment of aerospace components and tubes to very close tolerances.
• Stretch, bend, straighten, shape, pound, or press metal to specification using various tools and machines such as hammer, lathes, mills, surface grinders, etc.
• May perform some troubleshooting and rework of production items.
• Must be able to work from complex and detailed blueprints and/or verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task
• Basic machining skills
• Ability to use precision measuring tools
• Good work ethic
• Self-starter
• Willing to lean
• Good attendance
• High School Diploma or GED required - Proof will be required during onboarding.

Position Demands

• Able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and stand for long periods of time on a daily basis
• Able to bend, twist, turn, carry, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, etc
• Able to successfully pass vision screens
• Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects.
• Perform repetitious duties, such as hammering a part to specification.

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Overtime possible daily and Fridays (Mon-Thurs until 5:30pm and Friday 6:00am - 11am)

Eligibility Requirements

• EOE, including disability/veteran
• Drug screen and background check required
• E-Verify

We offer competitive benefits, 401K matching, paid time-off, and 10 paid holidays.