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... workers. No experience necessary. Must be able to pass a basic physical and drug screening and ... Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control ...

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Seeking sheet metal workers who have experience with one or all of the following: * Press Brakes * Sears * Punch Press * Saws * We offer both day and 2nd shift positions * Stable hours of 40plus per ...

Sheet Metal Worker

Detroit, MI · On-site

$91K/yr

Plan, lay out, repair and install sheet metal products and parts * Take measurements according to ... At least three (3) years of Sheet Metal Worker Journeyman experience; five (5) years preferred as a ...

The Sheet Metal Worker is responsible for the fabrication and installation of thin metal sheets ... Plan, lay out, repair and install sheet metal products and parts * Take measurements according to ...

The Sheet Metal Worker is responsible for the fabrication and installation of thin metal sheets ... Plan, lay out, repair and install sheet metal products and parts * Take measurements according to ...

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Sheet Metal Shop Laborer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$21.50 - $26/hr

This is a hands-on position working in our shop assisting with the fabrication and preparation of sheet metal products. MUST BE ABLE TO READ A TAPE MEASURE! Responsibilities * Assist with cutting ...

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How much do sheet metal production worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for sheet metal production worker in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a sheet metal production worker do?

A Sheet Metal Production Worker fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs products made from thin metal sheets. They use specialized tools and machines to cut, bend, and shape metal into components used in construction, manufacturing, and other industries. Their work often involves reading blueprints, measuring materials, and ensuring precise specifications are met. Safety and attention to detail are crucial in this role due to the handling of sharp materials and heavy equipment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sheet metal production worker?

To thrive as a Sheet Metal Production Worker, you need proficiency in reading blueprints, measuring materials, and operating metal fabrication machinery, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with CNC machines, press brakes, and safety protocols, as well as certifications like OSHA, are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities are essential soft skills that help ensure quality and efficiency. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining safety, meeting production standards, and delivering precise, high-quality metal components.

What is the difference between Sheet Metal Production Worker vs Sheet Metal Fabricator?

AspectSheet Metal Production WorkerSheet Metal Fabricator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; technical training or apprenticeship often preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, assembly linesWorkshops, fabrication shops, construction sites
Job FocusAssisting in production, operating machinery, quality checksDesigning, cutting, assembling sheet metal components

While both roles involve working with sheet metal, the Sheet Metal Production Worker primarily assists in manufacturing processes and operates machinery, whereas the Sheet Metal Fabricator focuses on designing and assembling sheet metal parts. The production worker typically requires less specialized training, working mainly in factory settings, while fabricators often have technical skills and work in fabrication shops or on-site projects.

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Infographic showing various Sheet Metal Production Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Sheet Metal Production Worker

Corona, CA • On-site

Superior Duct Fabrication, Inc.
Construction • 51 - 200 employees

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

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Key responsibilities

  • Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings.

  • Set up and operate fabricating machines to cut, bend, straighten, and shape sheet metal, and use hand tools or power tools for finishing and smoothing surfaces.

  • Inspect, assemble, and ensure conformance of sheet metal parts to specifications, including joining components with welding, soldering, or fastening methods.


Job description

Superior Duct Fabrication in Corona is seeking to fill one opening for entry-level production workers. No experience necessary. Must be able to pass a basic physical and drug screening and criminal background check.


This is a union position (Local 105 SMART). Union membership is mandatory. After a probationary period, medical benefits are available to employee and dependents at no cost.


Purpose:

Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings. Work may involve any of the following: setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer; operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; or inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. Includes sheet metal duct installers who install prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes.

Education:

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)

Knowledge:

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Skills:

Basic Skills

  • Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
  • Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Work Context

Body Positioning

  • Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  • Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  • Spend Time Standing
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  • Spend Time Walking

Environmental Conditions

  • Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  • Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

Pace and Scheduling

  • Time Pressure

Work Attire

  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, or Hard Hats

Work Setting

  • Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  • Outdoors, Exposed to Weather

Tasks

  • Select gauges or types of sheet metal or nonmetallic material, according to product specifications.
  • Drill and punch holes in metal, for screws, bolts, and rivets.
  • Fasten seams or joints together with welds, bolts, cement, rivets, solder, caulks, metal drive clips, or bonds to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal items.
  • Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, or smooth surfaces, seams, or joints of assembled parts, using hand tools or portable power tools.
  • Finish parts, using hacksaws or hand, rotary, or squaring shears.
  • Shape metal material over anvils, blocks, or other forms, using hand tools.

Activities

Handling and Moving Objects

  • Cut metal
  • File, sand, grind, or polish metal objects
  • Stretch, bend, straighten, shape, pound, or press metal

Controlling Machines and Processes

  • Fabricate ducting, sheet metal parts or items
  • Operate sheet metal fabrication machines
  • Use hand or power tools
  • Use machine tools in installation, maintenance, or repair
  • Use precision measuring tools or equipment

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material

  • Examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications

Performing General Physical Activities

  • Build or repair structures in manufacturing setting
  • Install sheet metal assemblies in supportive framework
  • Move or fit heavy objects
  • Repair sheet metal products

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

  • Position, align, or level machines, equipment, or structures
  • Set up production equipment or machinery

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

  • Adhere to safety procedures
  • Perform safety inspections in manufacturing or repair setting

Tools and Technology

Tools

Hammers

  • Ball peen hammers
  • Bumping hammers
  • Hammers
  • Setting hammers

Punches or nail sets or drifts

  • Center punches
  • Drifts
  • Hole punches
  • Power punches
  • Prick punches

Sequential forming machines

  • Bar folders
  • Beading machines
  • Box and pan brakes
  • Easy edgers
  • Slip roll formers

Shears

  • Foot shears
  • Power shears
  • Ring and circular shears
  • Squaring shears
  • Unishears

Workshop presses

  • Cleat folders
  • Cleat formers
  • Computer controlled presses
  • Hand brakes
  • Power brakes

Company Description

Superior Duct Fabrication, Inc. manufactures duct work and sheet metal products for the HVAC industry, as well as industrial dust collection and exhaust systems. Our goal is to provide superior service and high-quality products to our customers to enable them to meet their deadlines. We work closely with customers on a wide range of commercial projects all over the Western US, shipping from our 8 locations in Pomona and Camarillo Corona, Anaheim, Oceanside, California. Las Vegas, Nevada, Tempe, Arizona, and Columbus, OH.