Fabricator I (2:30pm to 11:00pm) 2nd shift

$41,600 - $49,920/Yr

G&W Electric Co - Bolingbrook, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Bolingbrook, IL

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Fabricator I position at G&W Electric Co involves setting up and operating fabrication equipment to form metal parts according to specifications. This role requires the ability to interpret drawings and blueprints, operate machinery safely, and perform quality inspections. The position is part of a team-oriented environment focused on manufacturing excellence and employee development.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate fabrication equipment of basic to moderate complexity.
• Select dies, tools, and punches for proper thickness of material.
• Form material according to drawings using various radius dies.
• Install and align progressive compound, forming, blanking, piercing, coining, embossing, notching, and combination punches and dies.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on equipment.
• Conduct first piece and in-progress inspections to ensure work meets requirements.
• Adjust stroke, feed equipment, knock out devices, work holders, and safety devices as needed.
• Monitor condition of equipment and tooling, informing supervisor when maintenance is required.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and regulations.
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently.
• Train others in fabrication tasks as needed.
• Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or combination of work experience and skill development.
• Ability to read and interpret basic to moderately complex drawings and bills of material.
• Experience operating fabrication machinery such as press brake and punch press.
• Experience using small hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ideally, up to one year of experience working as a metal fabricator in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance