at G&W Electric Company in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.
Fabricator II
Essential Functions:
Select dies, tools, punches for proper thickness of material
Select proper CNC program for laser cutting.
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
Monitor the condition of equipment and tooling
Perform preventative maintenance procedures
Perform first piece and in progress inspection to ensure that work meets all requirements
Adjust stroke, feed equipment, knock out devices, work holders and safety devices
Install and align punches and dies in proper tool station to perform required operations
Monitor condition of tooling and inform supervisor or team lead when punches and dies need sharpening
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of fabrication tasks as needed
Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation
Document actions by completing production and quality forms
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must be able to safely use small hand and power tools
Must be able to read bills of materials and interpret drawings of moderate to advanced complexity.
Must have basic computer skills
Must be able to safely operate fabrication machinery such as press brake, punch press, etc
Education/Experience:
High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development required
3 or more of experience working as a metal fabricator in a manufacturing environment desirable
Physical Demands: (The work is classified as Medium - Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles) Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)
Lifting Demands
Lift up to 75 lbs on an occasional basis floor to waist
Lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis floor to chest
Carry up to 75 lbs on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
Push/pull up to 100 lbs on an occasional basis
Postural Demands
Standing - continuous
Walking - continuous
Bending/stooping - continuous
Squatting/kneeling - continuous
Lifting - continuous
Miscellaneous Demands
Griping, manipulation, fingering - frequent to continuous
Variable hand/power tool use - frequent
Two-person lifting tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts and hoists
Customer Satisfaction/Safety/Quality/Environmental:
Our goal is to provide a world-class service to our customers by delivering defect-free products on time to both our internal and external customers Your comments and suggestions are an integral part of our success
Responsible for ensuring that quality systems function effectively and products meet customer requirements
Responsible for following safety and environmental rules and regulations
Responsible for ownership of his/her own safety and that of their coworkers
Responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
Making certain potential hazards are identified and corrected in a timely manner
Responsible and empowered to make the decisions and take the necessary actions that are required to fulfill the quality policy
Responsible for the quality of his/her work
Conform to G&W's Environmental Management System (EMS) and comply with applicable regulatory requirements
Contribute to continual improvement of activities, products and services that will help prevent pollution, reduce waste and protect our environment
Why join us? G&W enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based... For full info follow application link.
"G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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