Small sheet metal shop looking for a fabricator to build special stainless products. Must have valid OR drivers license and be able to work full time Mon- Fri 8/4:30 Willing to train the right candidate. Over time available in season. Job Type: Full-time Shift: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Fabricator Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Fabricator to join our team and support our manufacturing operation in Albany, OR. As a Fabricator, you will be responsible for fabricating steel and other metal parts as indicated by the work order and blue prints. This includes operating a Press Brake and/or Shear, adjusting rake (angle) and pressure of blade, positioning and clamping stops and side guides to set length and angle of cut, lifting and positioning workpiece against side guide and end stops, starting machine and lowering blade to cut metal, laying out cutting lines on metal when shearing single pieces, tilting bed, blade, or installing fixtures to shear, bevel, or trim fabricated items, and operating a portable shear to cut sheet metal. To succeed in this role, you will need prior experience operating a Press Brake and/or Shear, with setup experience being a plus. You should also have an understanding of basic CNC controls, 1+ years prior production experience, ability to read blue prints and measuring tape, basic math and problem solving skills, and experience working in a fast paced production environment. Key Responsibilities: • Fabricate steel and other metal parts according to work order and blue prints • Operate a Press Brake and/or Shear, adjusting rake (angle) and pressure of blade • Position and clamp stops and side guides to set length and angle of cut • Lift and position workpiece against side guide and end stops • Start machine and lower blade to cut metal • Lay out cutting lines on metal when shearing single pieces • Tilt bed, blade, or install fixtures to shear, bevel, or trim fabricated items • Operate portable shear to cut sheet metal Requirements: • Prior experience operating a Press Brake and/or Shear • Understanding of basic CNC controls • 1+ years prior production experience • Ability to read blue prints and measuring tape • Basic math and problem solving skills • Experience working in a fast paced production environment
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a sheet metal worker in Salem, OR, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships span about four to five years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with an average hourly wage of $21.23, translating to about $849.20 per week. In Salem, OR, sheet metal workers can expect to earn around $22.10 per hour, or approximately $884 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring sheet metal workers in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $56,000 annually for experienced professionals.
