Position: Skilled Metal Worker

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00am - 2:30pm M-F

Pay: $30-$40.00 / hour

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Skilled Metal Worker with 10+ years of experience on the shop floor of a metalworking facility. You should be familiar with the types of equipment used in metal fabrication and have the ability to learn to do setups on a variety of different machines.

The ideal candidate has a range of experience across different areas of the shop - bending, cutting, forming, and finishing - and, most importantly, brings an eagerness to troubleshoot and learn.

If you have experience working with clients who require tight tolerances and consistent quality on repeatable production runs - or you want that experience - this role will be a great fit.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform machine set-ups across a variety of tube and rod bending and fabrication equipment
Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and specifications to set up jobs correctly the first time
Conduct precision quality checks throughout production runs, using tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to confirm parts meet dimensional and tolerance requirements
Operate and adjust CNC and manual bending, cutting, and forming equipment to produce parts within tight tolerances
Perform secondary operations as needed, such as deburring, cutting, drilling, or light assembly
Train new and existing operators on machine operation, set-up standards, and quality expectations
Troubleshoot and fix production floor engineering issues, minimizing downtime and scrap
Identify and flag material or quality issues before they affect a production run
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area consistent with shop safety standards
Communicate proactively with leads and supervisors on job status, issues, and timelines

Qualifications:

10+ years of hands-on experience on the shop floor of a metalworking or metal fabrication facility
Familiarity with the equipment used in metal fabrication (tube/rod bending, cutting, forming, or related processes)
Ability to learn and perform set-ups across a variety of different machines
Strong blueprint and specification reading skills, including basic GD&T
Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges; CMM experience a plus)
Working knowledge of common shop materials (carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum tube and rod)
A demonstrated track record of troubleshooting production issues independently and collaboratively
Experience training or mentoring other operators is a plus
Comfort working with tight tolerances in a repeatable, high-quality production environment

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and stand for extended periods on a shop floor
Comfortable working around industrial equipment, in a shop environment with variable noise and temperature
Willingness to wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, etc.) at all times on the floor
Forklift and/or overhead crane experience or certification a plus
Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, unit conversions) sufficient for shop measurements and tolerances
Reliable attendance and punctuality - production schedules depend on it
Willingness to work overtime or additional shifts as production demands require
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the facility

1st Shift Skilled Metal Worker

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