General Labor - Sheet Metal Handler - 2nd Shift

Lake Air Products

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Vadnais Heights, Minnesota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for removing laser or turret-cut parts from metal sheets and deburring sharp edges using portable grinders and lathes. The role also involves loading/unloading parts, maintaining production area cleanliness, and recording job data.

Qualifications

You have experience breaking out metal parts from laser forms, deburring edges, and supporting material flow. You can safely handle and lift materials, follow written procedures, and work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

hand tools

grinding

manual effort

crane operation

gauges

inventory management

Job Description

About Lake Air Products

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace & defense, industrial markets and more. We are committed to quality, performance, and building strong teams while proudly living by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams.

Position Summary 

We are seeking a 2nd shift General Laborer - Breakout Operator in our Fabrication Department. The Breakout/Shakeout Operator is responsible for removing laser or turret-cut parts from metal sheets, deburring sharp edges, and supporting material flow throughout the manufacturing process. This role works in a fast-paced production environment using hand tools and equipment to ensure parts meet quality and safety standards. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to follow written procedures, and the capability to safely handle and lift materials while supporting continuous improvement and teamwork within operations.

 Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Break out metal parts from Laser forms 
  • Load and unload parts from machines, carts, and dollies.
  • Clean the production area by sweeping, mopping, and removing debris.
  • Grinds out burrs and sharp edges, using a portable grinder, speed lathe, and polishing jack.
  • Lifts, positions, and secures work pieces between machine dies, using manual effort, crane, and/or sledge.
  • Scrape waste material from the machine and recycle metals.
  • Read and interpret gauges.
  • Record data and complete all paperwork accordingly.
  • Doing inventory by counting and sorting parts or materials per job work orders and instructions.

Lake Air Products Offers:

  • Competitive Pay 
  • Full Benefits 
  • 401(k) Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay 
  • Gym Reimbursement 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 

Please note that this position may require travel to our (location) facility and may be subject to export control regulations. Unless an exemption applies, candidate(s) must be a U.S. Person* within the meaning of the law or obtain an export control license. Candidates who do not meet the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements or choose not to pursue such positions are not disqualified from applying for other opportunities with Lake Air Products. Nothing in this posting should be interpreted as limiting applications based on nationality or citizenship status.

*A U.S. Person under export control laws includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual who has been lawfully admitted for temporary residence in the U.S. as a refugee or asylee under U.S. law.

Apply Today!

Join a company where your hard work, dedication, and growth matter. We look forward to meeting you!


6am to 6:30pm Fri, Sat, Sun
with 4 hours bonus

Lake Air Products

Your Advanced Manufacturing Partner. At Lake Air Products, we have the experience to understand your advanced manufacturing needs and are dedicated to meeting them with superior products and outstanding service. As industry leaders, we promote fair and honest pricing, open communication, and customer-driven solutions. We strive to implement best-cost manufacturing while providing innovative industrial and design engineering. We are full service advanced manufacturer, with capabilities ranging from prototyping service to short run stamping to metal fabrication, precision machining, structural fabrication and custom laser cutting service. With an in-house tool and die shop and complete metal assembly services available, we are your one-stop custom design and contract-manufacturing provider. Lake Air Products is totally committed to working closely with each and every customer, delivering manufacturing solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
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