Sheet Metal Fabricator (Minimum $23/hr. increased pay based on exp. + $2,500 hiring bonus)

Quick summary.....

• Note: this is not a welding position
• Family owned company with a relaxed work environment
• 4 ten hour shifts (Monday - Thursday), lots of overtime available
• Advancement opportunities
• Working in exciting aviation industry on unique products

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More information....

At Wipaire we have been engineering and manufacturing aircraft floats for the last 60 years and have become an aviation industry leader of diversified aviation services. We are committed to investing in our people, products, and technology. Our core values are simple, a win-win mindset, technically adept, work/life balance, do the right thing and have fun. If these values speak to you, we want to connect with you. Join this growing company that is proudly producing products made in the USA. Visit our careers page to learn more about what our employees do and to apply.

If you want to be part of creating something and enjoy working with tools in a team environment, then Wipaire is the place for you. We are looking for proactive team players that are flexible, have a positive attitude and are quick learners. Experience in working with hand tools or previous fabrication experience is strongly preferred. We work a condensed work schedule Monday through Thursday, so you can enjoy a long weekend every week. Advancement opportunities and lots of overtime available as well!

Working at Wipaire we will start you with a signing bonus of $2,500, and you will also receive a full benefits package including health, dental, 401(k) plan with employer match and other benefits. In addition, you will get 15 days of PTO, holiday pay, all while working in a climate-controlled work environment with great people in a family friendly atmosphere. Pay rates start at $23.00/hour; hourly pay rates may be higher based on prior manufacturing experience.

Duties:

Depending on experience, our Fabricators perform various levels of work within the aircraft float fabrication process. As you gain experience and receive training, the work you will be performing will be more complex and you will have the opportunity to advance to a Senior Fabricator.

• Performs simple fabrication and assemblies of aircraft floats under the guidance of more experienced fabricators.
• Forms material to match blueprint specifications or sample parts, following instructions.
• Operates equipment and utilizes common hand tools to manufacture and assemble parts.
• Inspects all parts for cleanliness and defects.
• Keeps Production Supervisor advised of work status, workload, problems, and progress as related to work assignments.
• Records time in ERP software and signs off work order for each process of assembly.
• Follows procedures that support compliance to FAA regulations.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in assembly and fabrication preferred.
• Proficiency in working with hand tools and common metal shop tasks.
• Apply manual dexterity for hand tools and power equipment use.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to use hand tools, including files, hammers, snips; power tools such as sanders, drills, riveters, and grinders.

Wipaire is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Women, minorities, the disabled and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status.
From: Wipaire Inc