Sheet Metal Fabricator

Accurus Aerospace Kent, 5416 S 226th Street, Kent, Washington, United States of America Job Description Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM Sheet Metal Fabricators are responsible for the setup, operation and adjustment of various fabrication machines such as saws, shears, punch presses, press brakes, and grinders, to shape and alter sheet metal according to customer specifications. Essential Functions To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Operate the saw and shear, may operate other CNC sheet metal fabrication machinery such as the CNC turret punch, router, press brakes, and lasers to saw, cut, shear, punch, bend, or straighten sheet metal or other parts and materials Perform setups or adjustments according to program directives, using shims, blocks, supports, and fixtures to ensure proper alignment of parts. Determine project requirements, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances, using blueprints, drawings, work orders, or written or verbal instructions Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material, using calculators, dividers, squares, or rulers Measure and inspect completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area Follows directions consistently and accepts responsibility for actions and work product Complies with applicable manufacturing processes, work procedures, and supervisor instructions Adheres to safety guidelines and procedures; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with leadership to minimize risks and ensure employee safety Performs other job-related duties as assigned Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required Level II may provide training to level I operators. Required Education andWork Experience High School diploma or GED equivalent is required Experience requirements vary based on position level.The posted salary range reflects a broad range inclusive of Level I and II positions. Compensation will be determined based on experience. A minimum of one (1) year experience in a production/manufacturing role requiring the use of hand tools and material-handling equipment is preferred; recent vocational training in a metal-working or other technical role may be considered in lieu of work experience Higher experience levels are required for placement at Level II Other Required Skills and Abilities Experience reading and accurately interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, work orders and customer specifications is required Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers Experience using powered electric and/or pneumatic hand tools including grinders or sanders is preferred Aerospace manufacturing experience is preferred Physical Demands and Work Environment To perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations: Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, stand for long periods to perform job duties Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50-75 pounds using peer assistance and/or other lifting & material-handling equipment Occasionally reaches overhead and reaches out or down to perform duties Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel Frequently uses hand or fingers to manually inspect parts and operate tools and/or material handling controls Visual acuity to interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devices Working Conditions Work is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to: Extreme temperatures (occasionally) Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (continually) The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and use of safety footwear is required. This position is classified as safety-sensitive. 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 2:00 pm - 12:30 am, Shift Differential for 2nd Shift: $2.00/hr! This position must meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore, qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15): An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a "Green Card" holder), or An individual who is granted status as a "protected person" About Accurus Aerospace Kent, LLC Accurus Aerospace Kent LLC was founded in 1977 in Kent, WA. Over the past three decades, Accurus has evolved into a preferred supplier of sheet metal fabricated parts, high-precision machined parts, kits, and bench top assemblies to the Aerospace and Defense Industry. Located in a 47,000 square foot facility only 15 minutes from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Accurus is a center of Aerospace excellence and one-stop source for high speed precision machining, fabrication, and assembly. We appreciate your interest in Accurus Aerospace; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment. For full details, please visit the benefits section of our website. All job offers are contingentupon successfully completing a drug screen and criminal background screening. Certain positions may require a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), a credit report, and/or a medical physical examination. Thank you for considering Accurus for your next career opportunity. Accurus Aerospace Kent, 5416 S 226th Street, Kent, Washington, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr Accurus Aerospace Corporation