Metal Fabrication Technician

Location: Tualatin, OR

Reports To:  Operations Lead

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Metal Fabrication Technician (Tech) to join our prototyping team. The ideal candidate will be experienced in fabrication, metrology, and set up and operation of machines including laser/punches, routers, and brakes. Tech responsibilities include the manufacture of metal parts, evaluation of drawings, and documentation.  Applicants must think independently, and work with little supervision. This is a multidisciplinary position. Techs will be required to cross train in other areas including assembly and test.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate to document and fix errors.

Identify opportunities to simplify and improve techniques.

Set up, and operate fabricating machines, such as press brake, laser/punch machine, horizontal bend machine, and CNC router for various metals including steel, aluminum copper.

Manufacture metal and plastic parts to specifications and schedules.

Assemble and Test units according to drawings and work instructions.

Accurately utilize measuring devices such as 3D Scanners, scales, gauges, rulers, micrometers, calipers, squares, and tape measure.

Comply with all safety, quality and work rules, guidelines, and regulations.

Maintain production equipment, and a safe, clean, and healthy work environment.

Escalate problems and communicate progress.

Accurately transact data and update dashboards.

Handle, store and retrieve materials.

Assist Engineers in conducting tests on low and medium voltage power distribution equipment

Support others.

Perform other duties as required.

Work Safely.

KPI’S

On time to promise (%)

Production downtime (%)

Scrap Rate (%)

Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Basic knowledge of electrical principles and power distribution concepts

Attention to detail.

Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately.

Flexibility to adjust to challenges and changing priorities.

Skill in promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.

Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet production deadlines.

Willingness to take ownership of tasks and responsibilities.

Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions and procedures

Kindness

Qualifications:

3-5 years of fabrication experience; preferably in mixed metal fabrication.

1-2 years of experience, or training in document control.

Forklift certified.

Lean manufacturing experience preferred.

Workplace Conditions:

Activities: Sitting – 10% Walking/Standing – 90%

Lifting: Continuously lift up to 50 lbs.

Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, and climb.

Vision: Ability to see small or detailed items.

Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Environment: Shop/warehouse. Not climate controlled. Exposure to heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration.