Textron · 2 months ago
Shipfitter
US-Louisiana-New Orleans
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expTextron Systems is a part of Textron, a multi-industry company focused on manufacturing. In this role, you will be responsible for performing structural shipfitting duties, including measuring, cutting, and assembling various materials based on engineering drawings and instructions.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
Responsibilities
Performing the duties of a Structural Shipfitter daily
Job duties include but are not limited to measuring, laying out, cutting, grinding, forming and drilling of assorted materials (aluminum, steel, stainless, gasket, rubber, screen, etc.)
Works from Engineering drawings, sketches and written and verbal instructions
Reading from computer screens to retrieve work instructions, blueprints or other documents
Maintains records, forms and logs as required
Typical tools and equipment used in the performance of duties are: MIG and TIG welders, manual hand tools, mechanical, pneumatic, cordless and electric tools including porta power, come a long, clamps, hammers and mauls, gougers, grinders, saws, band saws, drills, tapes and scales
Must be capable of handling chemicals and solvents including alcohol, cleaning solvents, cutting oil, tool oil, etc
Housekeeping of shop and work area (keeping work area neat and clean) daily
Must visually inspect work to drawings and sketches for completeness and dimensional correctness
May direct the activities or tasks of helpers, as assigned
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
1 – 3 years of related aluminum/shipyard experience
Formal craft training to demonstrate the ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings and sketches, layout and fabricate parts and assemblies correctly
Demonstrated skills based on the results of the fabricating test
Must always be safety conscious (wear proper PPE)
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
Basic computer skills
Must be willing to work rotating shifts
Ability to become certified as a forklift and overhead crane operator
Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task or work
Must have high school diploma, GED or equivalent certificate, or bronze level (or higher) for ACT WorkKeys Certification
Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules
Education Assistance
Career Development & Training Opportunities
Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
Paid Parental Leave
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (4)
2023 (3)
2022 (6)
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2020 (9)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Jörg Rautenstrauch
President and CEO Industrial Segment and Kautex
Scott Donnelly
President and chief operating officer
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