Sheetmetal Layout/CNC Plasma Operator

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Sheet Metal Mechanic/CNC Plasma Operator for our fabrication shop. The Sheet Metal department is responsible for fabricating equipment including ductwork and related mechanical components for industry projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with sheet metal fabrication equipment, dust collection systems, and welding processes specific to mechanical construction environments.

This position plays a critical role in supporting field operations by ensuring high-quality prefabricated duct and mechanical components are produced safely, accurately, and on schedule.

Requirements:

Job Responsibilities (List is not inclusive)

Proven ability to operate Sheetmetal fabrication equipment

Determine the right tools and equipment necessary to successfully complete the job.

Measure, cut and bend mechanical materials

Attend all safety meetings.

Follow instruction given by on-site leadership.

Cleaning the shop after the work is completed

Ability to fabricate duct sections and fittings from sheet metal stock including:

Round and rectangular duct

Transitions, elbows, and offsets

Read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication details

Use layout tools to measure, mark, and cut materials accurately

Lay out and fabricate custom fittings to required tolerances for field installation

Maintain airflow direction, gauge requirements, and duct construction standards

Equipment Operation

Operate fabrication and welding equipment including:

CNC Plasma table

Press brakes

Shears

Rollers

Notchers

Spot welders

Fabrication tools

Safety & Production

Wear required PPE including gloves, hearing protection, and steel toe boots

Maintain clean and organized work areas

Coordinate with shop foremen and production teams to meet fabrication schedules and delivery deadlines

Work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality standards

Work Environment

Indoor prefabrication shop environment

Exposure to welding fumes, loud equipment, and moving machinery

Fast-paced production schedules with precision fabrication requirements

Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive motions

Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds.

\nCompany Description

A family-owned metal fabrication shop that is involved in the tobacco, textile, food, pharmaceutical, pet food, detention, and farm systems. We have a complete machine shop, sheet metal shop, welding area, painting area, as well as engineering department. We have the ability to provide services from designing and drafting your ideas to fabricating and installing the finished product. JIMS has built a strong reputation of providing quality services in a timely and professional manner at a reasonable cost.

Full-time