About this role
Metal Fabrication Machine Operator
Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Starting Pay: From $27.00/hour, with higher pay available based on experience.
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Metal Fabrication Machine Operator to join a manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate fabrication equipment to cut, shape, and form metal components while ensuring quality workmanship and a safe work environment.
Responsibilities
- Operate press brakes, shears, and other fabrication equipment to process structural steel and miscellaneous metal products.
- Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, shop prints, and work orders.
- Measure, mark, and lay out materials using tape measures, squares, levels, and other precision measuring tools.
- Inspect completed parts to verify quality standards and dimensional accuracy.
- Move materials safely throughout the facility using forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work area.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience operating press brakes, shears, or similar fabrication equipment preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
- Experience working with structural steel or miscellaneous metal fabrication.
- Proficient with measuring, layout, and precision hand tools.
- Forklift and overhead crane experience is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing quality work and following safety procedures.