Job Description

Company History:

Established in 2010 in Deer Park, Washington, Knight Wall Systems Inc. (“KWS”) specializes in the design and manufacture of thermally efficient rainscreen attachment systems. Driven by innovation and high performance, our technologies have set new standards for the rainscreen and cladding industries, resulting in several awards such as Environmental Building News’ “Top 10 Green Building Products,” Readers’ Choice Award from Metal Construction News magazine, and two-time recipient of Architectural Record’s Record Products designations.

Our success depends on attracting, retaining, and developing a collaborative workforce. While meeting industry and municipal standards is important, we aim to surpass them to ensure future growth and sustainability. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that mirrors the variety within our team, clients, and communities. We value the unique contributions of each team member and are committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone’s voice is heard and valued.

Your Duties:

• Sets up and runs machinery in the metal fabrication shop (without assistance).
• Performs routine maintenance tasks on machinery such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts to ensure optimal performance; follows manufacturer’s instructions to troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, work orders, and production schedules to determine the required specifications for each job.
• Selects and installs the appropriate tooling, dies, and machinery settings for each bending operation.
• Inspects finished products and parts by comparing them with blueprints, technical drawings, and boundary samples; documents and notifies quality control and/or supervisor of any discrepancies or nonconformances; performs First Piece Inspection as required; accurately uses all measuring devices in the metal fabrication shop.
• Reviews bill of materials and checks material measurements and thickness for accuracy.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives with efficient and cost-conscientious use of labor and materials.
• Performs receiving duties of materials including but not limited to unloading, counting and inspections.
• Understands the lock out/tag out procedures and uses when appropriate.
• Notes any changes and/or recommendations needed for future production runs.
• Follows safety protocols and maintains a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED.
• 2-3 years of prior experience operating various machinery and equipment to fabricate metal parts.
• Ability to read and interpret two-dimensional blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Proficient in operating CNC machines, hand tools, and measuring devices such as scales, calipers, and protractors.
• Strong math skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior experience working in construction or manufacturing industry, preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of moving, reaching, grasping, making coordinated movements of the hands and arms in the shop/construction/manufacturing and/or various facility locations.
• Prolonged periods of standing while operating loud machinery, wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following safety protocols.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, sliding, and continuous moving of heavy materials weighing up to 25 lbs. using all safety and lifting protocols; occasionally moving or lifting items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• This role may require occasional stooping, bending, squatting, crawling and/or climbing.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a flight of stairs for meetings in the shop/construction/manufacturing areas.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Exposures encountered for loud noises and extreme heat/cold in the shop/construction/manufacturing areas.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass pre-employment checks including a Drug Screen and Criminal Background.
• Knight Wall Systems is a drug free workplace, and all employees are considered to be in “safety sensitive” positions. All employees will be tested for controlled substances, including cannabis.

Benefits

• Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policies for employees
• Voluntary plans (health savings account, flexible spending account, long term disability, buy up life insurance, dependent plans)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and paid sick leave
• Onsite gym
• Training and professional development classes
• Fully equipped breakrooms with great snacks and Keurig coffee
• Fun monthly employee events
• And much more!

To apply, please submit your letter of introduction and resume to:

hr@knightwallsystems.com

No recruiters or search firms, please.

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