Job Description

APEX Mechanical & Fabrication, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator- Bender. APEX Mechanical & Fabrication, Inc. is a leading Mechanical Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Contractor located in Newport DE, specializing in the fabrication and installation of plumbing, HVAC, sheet metal fabrication, duct, clean rooms, process piping, pipe bending, pressure vessel, heat exchangers, modular systems, boilers and ASME Code welding.  At APEX we’re on a mission to provide excellent work for our clients and rewarding careers for our team through passion for our craft!  

We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits which include medical, dental, short-term disability, a health savings accounts, vison care, prescription glasses and much more.   Life insurance, long term and short-term disability, critical care, accident, and personal sickness is offered through Aflac.  In addition, we offer a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), as well as tuition reimbursement, training, safety gear and terrific growth opportunities.   We have been recognized as a Top Workplace in Delaware for multiple years!

Join the APEX family and experience the APEX difference working with great people, in a safe, professional, and engaging environment.  If you value Safety, Quality, and exceptional Customer Service, have a can-do attitude, with respect, and gratitude for others than APEX is the place for you!   

POSITION SUMMARY: The Machine Operator- Bender will perform various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines.  The Machine Operator- Bender will bend pipe and tubing material for use in pipe fabrication, coils, heat exchangers, railings, and other fabricated metal assemblies.   

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Minimum Qualification H.S Diploma
• Prior experience in a metal fabrication shop is preferred. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
• Able to read and follow blueprints, manuals, work orders, directions, instructions and procedures
• Able to operate fork truck and overhead cranes
• Use measuring tools such as tape measure, calipers, or micrometers 
• Intermediate math skills
• Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools, air and power tools
• Able to follow directions, instructions and procedures
• Good communication skills
• Reasoning and problem solving skills