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Plate Rolling Operator, Maritime

Anduril· Manufacturing : Heavy Metal - Production : Manufacturing Technicians
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Santa Ana, CA$41.35/hr - $54.81/hrfull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Experienced metal forming technician sought to fabricate and assemble maritime defense hardware in a cutting-edge production environment, collaborating with engineering to advance manufacturing technologies and ensure quality across rolling, forming, and contouring work.

Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models.
  • Program/set-up/operate manual, semi-automated and CNC plate rollers, hydraulic presses, and shears.
  • Design/spec out and lead implementation of various work holding and fixture methods.
  • Act as SME on the rolling/forming/contouring fabrication of pressure vessels, alloys, or varying materials.
  • Troubleshoot issues and make adjustments during the manufacturing process.
  • Perform quality control both during and at completion of the manufacturing process.
  • Lead the organization, machine maintenance, and cleanliness of the work area.
  • Collaborate with the Quality and Engineering teams to identify and implement safety policies and procedures.
  • Help build, supervise, and mentor the fabrication team on rolling, forming, contouring, safe handling, etc.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years' experience as a metal forming technician.
  • Proven experience in setting up and operating plate rolling machines to form cylinders, cones, and other curved shapes of various metal thicknesses (up to 4-6”).
  • Extensive experience in operating hydraulic press brakes for forming and bending.
  • High level of familiarity with various alloys, metals, etc.
  • Knowledgeable in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Proficient in using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, protractors, tape measures).
  • Can own the completion of an assigned manufacturing task from start to finish.
  • Ability to flex between R&D fabrication and production tasks.
  • Able and willing to jump in on production assembly integration tasks as needed.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Skills

Required:Plate rolling machine operationHydraulic press brake operationGD&TPrecision measuring toolsReading drawings and CAD models

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees.
  • Equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers as part of total compensation.
  • Competitive compensation package with health and recovery support.
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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