Metal Fabricator - SPACE

Job Location: Arrowhead Products - Los Alamitos, CA

Salary Range: $36.61 - $36.61 Hourly

Job Shift: 2nd Shift

This position will perform assembly, fabrication, and weld preparation of Arrowhead Products metal ducting systems.

• Thorough understanding and proper use of air tools, sanding discs, scotch-brite, flapper wheels, drum rolls, for polishing parts to present to final inspection.
• Thorough understanding of disk sanders, belt sanders, scribe tools, Quackenbush cutters, hose clamps, calipers, micrometers, scales, tin snips, riveting equipment for sizing metal components to precise dimensions.
• Understanding of the use of weld plugs.
• Thorough understanding of the effect of heat as it pertains to welded metal assemblies.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, FOD-free fashion and adhere to all safety standards.
• Provide guidance and job knowledge to Metal Fabricator 1 and Metal Fabricator 2.
• This job description is not all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned as per the Metal Fabricator Job Family within the new Job Family Structure.

• Assist in developing techniques to increase productivity, quality, and throughput, and share job knowledge within the department.

• Capable of safely handling large, heavy parts and fixtures.
• Must pass crane safety training.
• Provide guidance to other personnel in the space department.
• Able to operate trim tooling for large ducting.
• Read Pi-tapes and large-scale measuring equipment.

• Supply work to spot and seam welders and ball joint fabricators.
• Perform repairs and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of expanding dies/expander.
• Ability to fabricate ball joints (gimbal joints).

• Must have completed all requirements for Metal Fabricator 1 and 2.
• HS Diploma or equivalent; previous experience may substitute education.
• Preferred:
  Previous sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Minimum 2-year requirement in Metal Fabricator 2 for bid eligibility.

• Understanding of fabrication/fitting techniques considering print dimensions after welding.
• Knowledge of heat effects on parts in resistance-spot and GTAW welding.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and understand manufacturing documentation.
• Proficient with measuring instruments.
• Understanding of procedures for polishing, cleaning, and assembly.
• Ability to share knowledge with lower progressions.

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• Use of pneumatic hand tools up to 70% of the workday.
• Frequent lifting of up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent pushing and pulling.
• Bend, stoop, squat occasionally.
• Sit, stand, and walk frequently.
• Talk and listen frequently.
• Occasional computer use.
• Constant use of hands and arms.
• Exposure to shop noise.

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This description outlines the general nature of the work. It is not exhaustive and does not constitute a contract. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with ADA.