Welder - $25 / hr

Position Summary:

Set up and operate assigned welding machines to finish weld assemblies to meet or exceed customer requirements in a timely manner. To abide by Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and follow all Company and Department safety policies and/or procedures.

Essential Function and Responsibilities:

• Set up weld machine with proper gas and wire.
• Organize weld components in assigned work station using forklift, hoist, or manual lifting.
• Prepare all material surfaces to be welded ensuring there are no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease or other foreign matter.
• Check welding components for visible defects.
• Check joint fit-up for misalignment prior to welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints as required to complete necessary welds.
• Weld components using proper welding techniques controlling distortion, shrinkage, and weld size to finish weld assemblies to meet or exceed customer requirements.
• Remove all slag and heavy spatter from completed welds.
• Check completed welds for visible defects.
• Correct defects immediately.
• Use time and material effectively to meet or exceed Company’s
• Advise Supervisor of problem areas.
• Perform an acceptable amount of work with few or no errors.

Internal and/or External Relationships:

• Work with and takes work direction from Lead Welders and Supervisor.
• Work in conjunction with Welder Trainees, Certified Welders, Fitter Welders, and Lead Welders to weld assemblies per customer print and specifications.
• Perform Routine Maintenance Of All Equipment Utilized
• Maintain all equipment in good working order during daily operations.
• Adhere to established preventive maintenance plan.
• Make recommendations for equipment maintenance to Supervisor.
• Maintain a Clean and Safe Work Area
• Work area and equipment are clean and safe at all times.
• Keep walkways and exit doors are clear of equipment, material, tools, etc.
• Be sure all required guards and safety equipment are properly used.
• Sweep work area out to isle at end of shift.
• Contribute to a Favorable Work Environment
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with fellow employees.
• Willing to work as a team member.
• Convey a positive attitude toward coworkers.
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance when interacting with outside customers, service personnel, and vendors.
• Reflect a positive “can do” attitude toward people, company policies, and procedures.
• Support management decisions, or disagree in a positive, constructive manner.
• Perform Assigned Duties and Responsibilities Efficiently
• Willingness to perform other tasks not related to your present Position
• Correctly maintain an accurate daily time card to ensure accurate accounting records relevant to specific jobs.
• Maintain attendance per company guidelines.
• Continually challenge and improve the setup and run times.

Requirements:

The following listed articles are required (or as deemed necessary by the hiring authority) for the initial acceptance of a welder. A High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred. Minimum of one (1) year-related schooling and 2 years welding/fitting experience or any combination of schooling and/or experience that equals twelve (24) months. Pass OEM’s physical weld test, written welder exam which includes blueprint reading, tape measure reading, and various welding questions.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Blueprint Reading
• Welding Setups for Production