Production Technician/Fabricator

Now hiring for a Production Technician/Fabricator in Johnson City, TN! Shift: M-F 7:00am-4:00pm Pay: $18/hr+ Duties and Responsibilities: Cut, bend and shape metal components using a range of fabrication equipment such as saws, shears, breaks, punches, drill presses and grinders Weld or join metal components together using various techniques and methods including MIG, TIG and ARC welding. Review technical drawings, blueprints and schematics to determine the requirements for metal fabrication projects Assemble and construct metal products, ensuring that the final product is accurate, functional and meets the required specifications Propane torch operation for heating and cutting purposes Laser alignment and fan balancing service calls Forklift operation, both indoor and outdoor Maintaining accurate metal stock levels Ensure project deadlines and quality standards are met Unloading and loading of trucks by forklift and/or overhead bridge crane Sand blasting and painting of finished fabrication projects General cleaning and upkeep of assigned areas General maintenance of equipment used for fabrication purposes May be called upon to complete task outside of primary duties Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic Welding Skills Forklift Operations Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints High attention to detail and accuracy Strong problem-solving skills General knowledge of hand tools, both manual and air operated General knowledge of measurement tools General basic math knowledge General communication skills Willingness to learn and accept training Safety oriented Team oriented attitude Working Conditions: The work environment is in a manufacturing facility where noise level is usually moderate Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking. Requires the use of hands for simple handling, grasping and fine manipulations Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds Requires standing for long periods of time Requires making repetitive motions while operating equipment. Requires activities involving being around moving machinery Work a standard work week but may be required to work some overtime Work area is heated in winter but not air conditioned in the summer 9905995