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Sheet Metal Associate
Posted: 09/28/2026
Employment Type:
Contract to Perm
Job Category: INDUSTRIAL
Job Number: SG7648186910
Pay Rate: $19 / hour
Job Description
Primary Staffing is hiring an experienced Sheet Metal Associate II to support sheet metal manufacturing and fabrication operations.This position plays an important role in the fabrication of sheet metal products, including operating and troubleshooting equipment, ensuring components are accurately cut, shaped, and assembled, and maintaining established quality standards.The Sheet Metal Associate II will also help train and mentor team members, resolve quality issues, support equipment maintenance, and collaborate with other departments to maintain efficient production operations.
Responsibilities
PPE Requirements
Schedule: 6: 00 AM– 2: 30 PM or 7: 00 AM– 3: 30 PM, depending on operational needs.
Apply Today! Have experience in sheet metal or stainless steel manufacturing and are ready to take on more responsibility? Apply today with Primary Staffing and put your sheet metal manufacturing experience to work!
Responsibilities
- Operate and troubleshoot Sheet Metal department equipment.
- Apply advanced knowledge of sheet metal processes, equipment, and material handling.
- Ensure accurate cutting, shaping, and assembly of sheet metal components.
- Inspect finished products to ensure established quality standards are met.
- Identify, document, and help resolve quality control issues.
- Communicate solutions and quality expectations to team members.
- Train, coach, and mentor production team members.
- Maintain accurate inventory of consumables, chemicals, tooling, PPE, and other required supplies.
- Perform and manage equipment maintenance according to established schedules.
- Assist the Maintenance Department with preventive maintenance tasks and improvements.
- Use tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Communicate and collaborate with supervisors and other departments.
- Support an organized, safe, and efficient production environment.
- Basic English required.
- Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience.
- Minimum 2 years of Sheet Metal, Stainless Steel, or related experience.
- Advanced understanding of sheet metal processes and equipment.
- Strong knowledge of material handling.
- Proficiency using tools and manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve problems efficiently.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to train and mentor team members.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word and Excel.
- Forklift operating experience preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
- Ability to stand for the entire shift.
- Good manual dexterity.
PPE Requirements
- PPE is required in all work areas.
- Gloves and safety glasses will be provided.
Schedule: 6: 00 AM– 2: 30 PM or 7: 00 AM– 3: 30 PM, depending on operational needs.
Apply Today! Have experience in sheet metal or stainless steel manufacturing and are ready to take on more responsibility? Apply today with Primary Staffing and put your sheet metal manufacturing experience to work!
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