Intern Metal Shear Operator Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Under new and forward-thinking ownership and management, for us, 50 years in the industry is only the beginning. If you are looking for a vibrant, professional growth opportunity with a company that is employee centric, then we hope you apply!

What do we offer YOU?

A very competitive compensation package

including:

• Annual fully paid training for continuing education

  • Career Growth with a professional development plan

  • Employee recognition programs

  • Health, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, on site gym, and more

• 401k with a generous employer match

• Collaborative team and entrepreneurial work environment

Who are YOU?

You are an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator who is looking for an opportunity to be part of a growing company. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to build skills that provide a career in this exciting industry. Equally important is your ability to multitask, be highly organized, self-motivated, cooperative and collaborative.

What does your day/week/month look like?

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Perform sheet metal layout, measuring, forming, bending, cutting, drilling, deburring, and assembly.
• Set up and operate equipment such as press brakes, shears, punches, saws, drills, and other sheet metal fabrication machinery.
• Select appropriate tooling and determine proper machine settings for assigned work.
• Fabricate parts to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, scales, and gauges.
• Inspect completed work to verify dimensional accuracy and workmanship.
• Perform drilling, countersinking, riveting, fastening, and other mechanical assembly operations as required.
• Identify fabrication or drawing issues and communicate concerns to supervisors, engineering, or quality personnel.
• Complete required production and job documentation accurately.
• Follow established quality procedures and AS9100 requirements.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety requirements, including required PPE and equipment safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with production, engineering, quality, and other manufacturing departments.

What do you need for this amazing opportunity?

• Highschool degree in general education or vocational school is preferred but not required.

• 1 to 2 years’ experience as a sheet metal fabricator in the metal fabrication industry preferred but not required

• Previous experience in sheet metal fabrication or precision manufacturing.

• Strong ability to read and work from blueprints and engineering drawings.

• Experience setting up and operating sheet metal fabrication equipment.

• Knowledge of sheet metal forming methods, tooling, bend allowances, and fabrication practices.

• Ability to use precision measuring instruments accurately.

• Ability to work with close tolerances and detailed specifications.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

• Ability to identify quality issues and make appropriate adjustments.

• Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a manufacturing team.

• Experience working in an aerospace, defense, or AS9100 manufacturing environment is a plus.

• Excellent organizational skills; detailed orientated and able to handle multiple tasks; able to prioritize; able to meet deadlines

• Able to follow directions

• Basic computer skills; able to learn software program

• Must be 18 years of age

• Able to lift up to 75 pounds

• Able to stand for a full 8 hour shift

You should be proficient in:

• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Bend Deductions
• Fabrication
• Precision Sheet Metal

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Punch Press (Amada)
• Press Brake (Amada)
• Stamping Press
• Roll Forming Machine
• Measurement Gauges
• Profile Roller