Fabrication Associate I

Fabrication Equipment Operator

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for safely and correctly setting up, operating and shutting down basic Fabrication Equipment such as Tapping lines, Cold Saw, Hardware Insertion Equipment while maintaining the specified the quality, efficiency, and inventory control requirements. Work assignments will be scheduled based on training proficiency.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Manually places material on the equipment and operates the machine to manufacture parts within the tolerance prescribed on blueprints.
• Required to run Fabrication Machinery but not limited to Spot Welding, Press Brakes, Pem Serters, CNC Machinery, Harger Hardware Insertion, Cold Saw, etc.
• Makes routine adjustments, up to and including tools at time to assure parts are within tolerance.
• Must check parts to print using proper QC measuring equipment.
• Responsible for loading/unloading machines and may check basic cross-reference information to assure correct part is being processed.
• Perform any lower level duties such as filing, sanding, etc.
• Ability to use computer and accurately confirm labor based on priority of the job board; expected to escalate any issues and/or delays to supervisor as needed.
• Assures that basic quality checks are performed at specific intervals on machine parts.
• Perform any other duties as required by Supervisor/Fabrication Manager to realization of departmental and corporate goals.
• Inform area management of any hazardous situations in the work environment.
• Works responsibly and efficiently, adhering to all safety rules and policies while maintaining good housekeeping practices.

Job requirements include:

• Basic math skills and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to use and interpret measurement tools such as tape measure and calipers
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability operate industrial machines
• Good motor coordination
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Proven reliability – attendance and punctuality
• Ability to read, write and speak English is preferred

Minimum education and experience:

• High school diploma, GED or technical certification preferred
• 0-2 years of minimum experience

Working conditions/physical demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for 8 hours/day while making coordinated movements of the hands and fingers to grasp/pinch, manipulate and assemble objects. This may include frequent use of vibrating/pneumatic tools, overhead and outstretched reaching with arms, bending/twisting/stooping, kneeling/squatting and frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. throughout the day and occasionally push/pull/lift up to 100 lbs. as needed. Although on a regular basis lifting requirements may not exceed 40 lbs. Occasionally, depending on the tasks assigned for the day, you may have to sit or stand more or less frequently. Work may be repetitive in nature.
• May be exposed to sharp edges.
• May occasionally be exposed to smoke, hot metal, dust, high noise level.
• Tolerate a non-temperature controlled environment.
• Steel-toed shoes are required for working in this position.

Legrand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will be considered for this position based upon your experience and education, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discrimination or harassment.