Metal Fabricator - Youth Apprentice

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION STUDENTS SHOULD EMAIL THEIR APPLICATION MATERIALS TO David Kraninger - davek@genmet.com We will teach the motivated person everything needed to become a metal fabricator and valued member of our team. The ideal team member will drive themselves to be the best they can be. You will learn about metal fabricating from the ground up, which also provides the knowledge of how to fix and build things outside of work. You will learn to be a good problem solver. There are multiple career paths available including running highly automated metal cutting machines, forming, and welding equipment. GenMet is a fast-paced company where every team member holds a valued and responsible position. What you do everyday matters to our Team and to our Customers. We believe “Making Stuff is Cool.” Responsibilities • Puts Safety before all other activities or responsibilities. • Follow instructions from team members to ensure priorities are aligned with the production plans. • Eager to continuously learn, cross train, and willing to change jobs and work areas as required. • Constantly learning and qualifying for additional capabilities. • Uses a wide range of hand tools and ensures tools are stored and maintained in a safe manner. • Utilizes computers for all job related information and instructions • References work instructions and reviews print specifications to determine proper materials and machine set-up and/or adjustment to accomplish production requirements. • Other duties as needed to meet Production requirements. Qualifications • Unquestionable ethics. • Commitment to learning, coachable. • Energetic, organized, goal-oriented, results driven and excellent follow-through. • Must be self-motivated with abilities to work independently and collaboratively with team members. • Must have mechanical aptitude as demonstrated by being able to use tools and equipment safely and efficiently. • Ability to problem solve and seek continuous improvement. • Must be proficient in basic math including fractions and decimals. • Able to use computers for accessing job related information and instructions. • Ability to learn sheet metal blueprint reading, and use of precision measuring equipment. • Walking, reaching, bending and light to moderate lifting.