Brazer (1st Shift)

Brazer (1st Shift)

Job Description

This 1st shift Brazer position focuses on assembling and brazing flare tube extensions, return bends, headers, manifolds, and various copper hookup components into coils using an oxygen-acetylene torch. You will prepare coils and components for brazing, select and use appropriate brazing rods and flux, and create your own setups based on coil prints and blueprints. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read blueprints, and confidence in performing simple arithmetic to ensure accurate and high-quality assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Assemble flare tube extensions, return bends, headers, manifolds, and various copper hookup components into coils according to coil prints and blueprints.
• Prepare header and manifold components for brazing both on and off the production line.
• Set up workstations and fixtures for brazing operations, ensuring components are properly aligned and secured.
• Braze headers, manifolds, and sub-assemblies using an oxygen-acetylene torch with BCUP 5 brazing rod and Stay-Silv Brazing Flux.
• Braze sub-assemblies using various brazing rods to meet specific joint and material requirements.
• Braze return bends, headers, and subassemblies to coils by following coil prints and established procedures.
• Perform brazing operations involving 180-degree and 360-degree joints using a braze torch.
• Braze brass fittings to copper components while maintaining strong, leak-free joints.
• Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools (such as tape measures) to perform mechanical assembly and brazing preparation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, coil prints, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly and brazing.
• Perform simple arithmetic to verify measurements, dimensions, and material requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels of headers, manifold components, and related sub-assemblies, and communicate needs to maintain adequate stock.
• Inspect brazed joints and assemblies for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, making adjustments as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in a large plant environment.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when working with torches, brazing rods, flux, and mechanical tools.

Essential Skills

• Proven brazing experience using BCUP 5 brazing rod and Stay-Silv Brazing Flux.
• Hands-on experience brazing components with an oxygen-acetylene braze torch.
• Mechanical skills, including the safe and effective use of hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, coil prints, and work instructions.
• Capability to perform simple arithmetic for measurements and layout.
• Experience assembling and brazing headers, manifolds, return bends, and sub-assemblies to coils.
• Ability to monitor and manage inventory levels of headers, manifolds, and related sub-assemblies.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs (non-repetitive), and stoop as needed in a plant environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grenada, MS.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Grenada,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.