Position Details
Sr Sheetmetal Technician Nd Shift Apply
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Four (4) years of sheetmetal and/or fabrication experience.
- Experience in aerospace industry preferred.
- Valid Driver's License required.
Position Purpose:
- The Sheetmetal Technician Senior works under minimal supervision to safely lay-out, fabricate and install parts equipment and fabricated items on aircraft following established operating procedures.
- All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards and completed work should meet customer expectations.
- Mentor and train other Sheetmetal Technicians.
Essential Functions:
- Use complicated schematics/blueprints, engineering drawings and technical instructions to safely perform sheetmetal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft.
- Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications. .
- Mentor and train Sheetmetal Technicians, as required.
- Review their work prior to sign off to ensure work complies with quality control standards. .
- Oversee projects or other technicians and assesses requirements of assigned tasks to procure required materials and documentation for assigned tasks. .
- Use blueprints to cut and form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants and solvents. .
- Utilizing tools as required to shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information. .
- Safely operate shop equipment such as: brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheetmetal functions.
- Use the proper hardware for various sheetmetal applications. .
- Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies.
- Uses personal protective equipment as required. Ensures aircraft is protected (PTP). .
- Conduct monthly 5S audits, as required. .
- Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work. .
- Assist in developing initiatives to meet individual OGSM requirements, as required. .
Additional Functions:
- Work closely with lead to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce cost, cycle time, and man hours. .
- Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g. YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.) .
- Coordinate with other disciplines concerning projects. .
- Perform Lead responsibilities, as required. .
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Advanced knowledge of sheetmetal or fabrication processes (forming, drilling, stamping, shaping, bending, punching, cutting, riveting, filing and dimpling)..
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation..
- Valid drivers license required to operate towing and other Gulfstream transportation equipment..
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language..
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written..
- Adapts to sudden schedule changes..
- Able to use tools and equipment associated with sheetmetal work..
- Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift..
- Must have a good working knowledge of computers and experience working with MicroSoft Office suite..
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language..
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.
We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.
The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
