Fabrication Operator 4 - 1st shift

Job Type: Full-time

• Equality . We treat each other with fairness, respect, and professionalism.
• Innovation. We seek out new opportunities, innovate and experiment with new ideas.
• Teamwork. We work as a team, collaborating with and supporting each other for the good of Southern States.
• Continuous Improvement. We will be open to learning and change to be more effective.
• Have Fun. We will be profitable, grow the company, and have fun.

• Competitive wages & shift differential
• Weekly paycheck
• 10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday
• Paid vacation
• Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135
• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)
• 401K retirement account
• Discount program with Verizon Wireless

Position Summary
The Southern States LLC Fabrication Operator 4 Plans and performs a variety of fabrication operations utilizing contact bender, vibrating equipment, punch press, foot shear, solder and drill press to drill, bend, shear, punch, solder and clean work pieces to fabrication drawing specifications by performing the following duties.

How You Will Add Value

• Reads blueprint, work order, shop notes and tooling instructions for specifications such as hole locations and size, length of cut, bend lengths, bend angles and type of cleaning and gauging to perform.
• Communicate with team leader to determine the proper method to complete the assigned job.
• Vibrate contacts by placing contacts in vibrator, clamping and starting machine.
• Do minor set ups on contact bender.
• Bend contacts by placing part in contact bender and moving lever to operate machine.
• Verify proper contact bend by referencing blueprint.
• Operate punch press machines. (No set up required)
• Assemble contacts by pressing rivets into parts and soldering with induction machine.
• Make shunts using tape measure, foot shear, band saw, tin pot and hammer.
• Grind, file and sand aluminum or steel parts to meet print specifications.
• Clean weld spatter from welded assemblies.
• Clean, polish and buff silver brazed parts to print specifications.
• Set contacts to print specifications using gauges and hand tools.
• Sand blast parts using handheld hose with foot pedal or hand lever to control the flow of sand.
• Maintain equipment and working area in a clean and orderly condition.

Education and/or Experience:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to use simple mathematical devices, such as, calculators, scales, measuring tapes, etc.

• WorkKeys ACT Score (Applied Math – 3, Graphic Literacy – 4, Workplace Observation – 3).

Southern States LLC is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, or veteran status.