Metal Fabrication & Forming Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

Teak Isle Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on Fabrication & Forming Technician with strong mechanical aptitude and an understanding of metal fabrication processes. This position is responsible for producing metal frames made from aluminum extrusion stock, including measuring, cutting, bending, and forming components to meet precise specifications. The ideal candidate has a fabricator's mindset, understands how materials behave during cutting, bending, and forming, and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. Welding experience is not required. We are looking for someone who understands fabrication principles, can work with precision, and has strong problem-solving skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure, cut, bend, and form aluminum extrusion stock to produce metal frames according to drawings, specifications, and production requirements.


• Set up and operate cutting equipment, bending equipment, forming tools, and fixtures to ensure accurate dimensions, angles, and consistent results.

• Read and interpret drawings, measurements, angles, and specifications.


• Accurately use tape measures, calipers, angle finders, and other measuring tools.


• Understand and account for material behavior during bending, including alignment and bend consistency.


• Inspect completed parts to ensure proper dimensions, angles, and quality standards.


• Make necessary adjustments to equipment or techniques to achieve accurate results.


• Identify and troubleshoot fabrication issues, including improper bends, misalignment, and material defects.


• Maintain consistency and accuracy while meeting production expectations.


• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.


• Collaborate with production team members and supervisors to resolve fabrication challenges.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hands-on experience measuring, cutting, bending, or forming metal components, preferably aluminum extrusion stock.


• Previous hands-on experience in metal fabrication, metal forming, frame bending, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.


• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of fabrication processes.


• Proficient in reading a tape measure, including fractions and decimals.


• Ability to accurately measure, calculate, and work with angles and dimensions.


• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing equipment.


• Ability to read and follow drawings, instructions, and specifications.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce consistent, accurate work.


• Ability to troubleshoot problems and adjust independently.


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

PREFERRED EXPEREIENCE

• Aluminum Extrusion stock fabrication or bending.


• Tube bending, metal forming, or similar fabrication processes.


• Experience working with jigs, fixtures, and bending equipment.


• Background in metal fabrication, sheet metal, automotive fabrication, marine fabrication, or related industries.


• Understanding of material tolerances, bend angles, and fabrication quality standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.


• Other duties as assigned by management. Even though Frame Bender may be your main responsibility, Teak Isle will require cross training in other positions, including Sanding, Polishing, Packing, Assembler, Finisher Router, CNC Operator, etc. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice depending on the needs of the business.