2nd Shift Aerospace TIG Welder

Aerospace TIG Welder

Pay: $22-$29/hr (DOE)
Shift: 2nd - 5pm - 1:30am + OT as needed

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under shop supervision the Welder 2 is responsible for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and Invar 36 parts using a MIG/TIG process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Set up welding machines based on the specifications of the job
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements
• MIG/TIG weld steel, aluminum and Invar 36 components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings
• Repair broken or damaged parts
• Fabricate and revise fixtures, jigs, gauges, hand applies and special tooling and components
• Keep work area clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 5 years of relevant work experience
• Completion of a Welding certificate from a College or Technical School
• Experience with Steel, aluminum and/or Invar 36
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding required
• Knowledge of machines and tools
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers and tape measures
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Forklift/crane certification and experience
• Ability to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work varied shifts, overtime and weekends when necessary
• Has confidence in leading processes, projects and looks for opportunities
• Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles.
• The employee may be exposed to vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knows that safety shoes are required in the manufacturing area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

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