Sheet Metal Shop Mechanic

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Regular/Full Time

LOCATION: Fort Lauderdale, FL

SHIFT: Day/Flexible

REPORTS TO: Sheet Metal Shop Foreman

PURPOSE:

Work in conjunction with the Sheet Metal Shop Foreman to use sheet metal manufacturing and other equipment to manufacture items/equipment needed for our roofing projects.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read and interpret sketches, drawings, and schematics associated with assigned projects.

• Use math skills to calculate dimensions/angles/measurements as needed.

• Perform layout work to maximize yield from raw material.

• Fabricate sheet metal from stock sheets by cutting down, drilling, or other methods.

• Measure, bend, and form sheet metal to prepare parts for final assembly.

• Assist the Sheet Metal Shop Foreman with maintaining an accurate material inventory.

• Assist the Sheet Metal Shop Foreman with the production schedule and prioritization of work based on the individual project’s urgency/due date.

• Utilize material handling equipment (gas powered forklift) in a safe and effective manner.

• Maintain a clean and safe workplace at all times.

• Follow Company processes, safety guidelines, and OSHA standards.

• Complete production forms and required paperwork related to your job duties on time as required.

• Use AboutTime to accurately record your time spent in shop and job specific tasks.

• Other duties as assigned.

KEY RESULTS:

• Fabricate sheet metal with 0% defect rate in accordance with fabrication sheets provided.

• Maintain a safe work environment and work safely at all times.

• Minimize material waste and maintain an accurate material inventory.

• Manufacture/produce products on schedule and on budget.

• Provide exemplary customer service to all internal and external customers.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years of sheet metal fabrication required.

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.

• Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

• Ability to effectively use computers and technology to program machines and complete tasks/duties as assigned.

• Familiarity using autobrakes, shears, plasma cutters, and various sheet metal fabricating tools and equipment similar to items in our shop.

• Ability to read, interpret, and perform calculations based on fabrication/shop drawings to accurately produce material as assigned.

• Willingness and ability to meet or exceed production rates established by extensive experience and time/motion studies.

• Willingness and ability to use a forklift and other material handling equipment in a safe manner.

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.