Fabricator: Multiple Shift Opportunities: 2k Signing Bonus

Company Information

Rock Exotica (Thompson Manufacturing, Inc) was founded in 1987 by Rock Thompson, whose passion for rock climbing and inventive spirit led him to build the company from his parent’s garage with a rebuilt WWII milling machine and a groundbreaking product—the Soloist. Since then, Rock Exotica has continued to revolutionize technical equipment for professionals, staying true to its roots of innovation, safety, and quality. Proudly designed, manufactured, and assembled in Utah, USA, we remain committed to pushing boundaries while honoring the craftsmanship that started it all.

Join the team that’s redefining safety. At Rock Exotica, we don’t just manufacture safety and rescue equipment, we lead the industry with groundbreaking Innovation and first-to-market products Trusted by first responders, arborists, and the entertainment world. We’re looking for Dedicated individuals who value quality, precision, and the mission of helping others stay safe. If you're driven by purpose and inspired by Excellence, Rock Exotica is where your impact begins!!

*Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required**

**Must Be 18+ year of age to apply**

We are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace for all employees and customers. As part of our commitment to safety, we evaluate all candidates based on their ability to uphold our workplace standards, including the safety and well-being of those we serve. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal and state law.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

First Shift: 6:00 am -- 2:30pm

Swing 2:00-10:30pm

Graves: 10pm-6:30am

Position Summary

The Fabricator operates fabricating machines such as cutoff saws, shears, presses, and punches that cut shape and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications

Level I:

• Operates and adjust fabrication machines
• Perform standard and repetitive operations of fabrication
• Entry level knowledge of operations including cutoff saws, shears, presses, and punches that cut shape and bend metal plates, etc.
• Ability to follow written instructions and read basic blueprint specifications

Level II:

• Sets-up, adjusts, and checks machines for the days part production
• Able to perform a series of progressive fabrication operation
• Operates and adjusts fabrication equipment to exacting standards and specifications.
• Check parts conformance to specification
• Intermediate knowledge of fabrication techniques and methods for fabrication.
• Works from finished instructions, operational data and machine setup instructions
• Intermediate level knowledge of operations including drilling, cutting, etc.
• Ability to follow written instructions and read basic blueprint specifications
• Two plus years of experience.

Level III:

• Has broad knowledge of fabrication and machining techniques
• Able to perform a series of progressive fabrication operation
• Able to operate two or machines at the same time with little to no help
• Capable of intermediate to advanced setup machines with no supervision
• Capable of fabricating parts with close and exact tolerances and specification requiring a high degree of skill.
• Check parts conformance to specification
• Ability to follow written instructions and read technical blueprint specifications
• Four plus years of experience

In addition to

• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template
• Observes machine operation to detect part defects or machine malfunction
• Measures parts dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation
• Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust or scale from parts
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as borers, grinders, and shapers.
• Verifies conformance of finished part to specifications
• Follow company safety procedures and embrace a culture of safety within the machine shop
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required