General Description
The Fabrication Associate is responsible for expertly operating high performing CNC laser, press brake and oxide removal equipment to safely produce beautiful metal parts to customer print specifications. These parts are to meet or exceed established quality and productivity standards.
Rates up to 22.84 per hour for experienced manufacturing Equipment Operators, Material Handlers
Organizational Relationships and Authority
The associate reports directly to the Supervisor.
There are no direct reports to this position. However, machine performance is the responsibility of the operator and any conditions that lower the expected output of the machine must be communicated to the Profiling Machinery Technician.
Key Responsibilities and Purpose
The primary responsibility of the associate is to produce metal fabricated parts to customer print specifications using a standard process.
Additional tasks include:
Running cnc equipment according to the production scheduleLoading materials with fork trucks, cranes, carts and non-standard drop material by hand as requiredEntering sourced material into the ERP systemUnloading tables by repetitively lifting and placing metal blanks or finished parts into containers (bins, boxes, gongs)Emptying dust collection bins according to preventive maintenance schedulesSafely removing skeletons and emptying scrap bins as neededSupporting achievement of company standards in safety, productivity, and on-time productionMaintaining a satisfactory attendance record, as outlined in the employee handbookAssisting other operators by working as a team to unload and inspect completed partsUsing inspection devices (calipers, pin gauges, check fixtures) to inspect parts, according to print and product inspection plan (PIP)Selecting and using fixtures, as identified in the CNC programGathering required documents (process photos, process inspection plans, job traveler, print, and work in process parts) to successfully run the jobReading the print fully in order to understand tolerances, geometry, material thickness, and special instructionsReading traveler for special instructionsLabeling work in process parts, scrap and finished parts according to ISO policyWearing proper protective equipment, as directed by equipment or processUnderstanding safety requirements in work areas, and complying with requirementsUsing material data sheets (MSDS) effectivelyParticipating in continuous improvement projects, both independently and as a team member, when requested or as the opportunity to volunteer presents itselfCompleting daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department maintenance as assignedOffering process improvement ideasAccurately entering job information, quantities and inspection results into the ERP systemsCorrectly clocking into and out of attendance systems
Job Demands & Expectations

This associate represents the values and vision of General Stamping & Metalworks. Meaning, operators are expected to continuously improve their knowledge, skills, and abilities to grow both personally and professionally.

This position also requires the employee to seek additional skills trade certification, as reasonably requested by supervisors or managers

Qualifications and Competencies
To perform this job successfully, an individual must:
Customer satisfaction focuses involving face-to-face communication with individuals or teams. Works cooperatively with others to improve departmental metrics as required maximizing value and reducing costs.Continual improvement of product and process quality in all areas of responsibility.English language, both verbal and written, and reading comprehension sufficient to enable effectiveCompletion of all job tasks.Administrative/clerical/computer knowledge/ability sufficient to accurately complete transactions on paper forms as well as computerized entry fields as required facilitating operations.Ability to repeat the same physical or mental activities repetitively over and over while sustaining accuracy of work, including handling parts potentially up to 55 lbs.; ability to grasp parts repetitively; etc.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
Experience
No experience in manufacturing is required. Prior job experience is preferred
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Open office, cubicle, individual or shared officeShop floor

Conditions of Hire
All employment with GSM, Inc. is at-will by the employer and employee and therefore subject to change.