Welder

Responsibilities and Duties:

- Reviews work orders and parts from Department Supervisor and Lead Person. - Works from blueprints. Performs weld techniques per required material and weldment. - Demonstrated proficiency in mig welding. - Sets-up weld equipment per material type listed on work order. Welds part per work order and blueprints. - Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding. - Use basic power hand tools and grinders to clean up weld work e.g., de-burring, clean weld splatter. - Completes the Weld Quality Check list as required. - Supports the company’s lean initiatives and assists in Lean projects as required. - Follows all safety practices and rules. Maintains clean and safe working environment in line with company policies. - Supports other departments or completes other duties, as necessary.

Qualifications and Required Skills:

- A welding certification or on job experience is strongly recommended. - Previous experience with mig weld procedures is required. - Previous experience with handheld grinders, drills, hammer, plasma cutting torch, blaster equipment and drill press is strongly desired. - Previous application of lean manufacturing and structured problem-solving tools is a plus. - Good understanding of blueprint reading. - Must be able to read squares and measuring tapes. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Lifts frequently (50% of normal workday) material weighing 5 – 25 lbs. occasionally lifts (15% of normal workday) material weighing 25 – 60 lbs. lifting generally from floor level to waist level. - Must reach, stoop, kneel and crouch. - Be able to read part numbers and directions provided on a worksheet. - Works within a team cell environment - Must be reliable and willing to work overtime when required.

Job Requirements:

- Attention to Detail: Welders need to make clean lines and cuts when welding. Paying attention to the job at hand is necessary. - Dexterity: MIG welders work with their hands and need to be steady during the welding process. - Strength: MIG welders often need to lift or hold heavy pieces of metal in place while welding. - Stamina: MIG welders can expect long hours on their feet, often in hot conditions. - Technical Skills: Welding equipment requires technical knowhow, as does reading blueprints and understanding how the final product should look. - Troubleshooting Skills: Welders should see flaws in welds or structural imperfections in the metal. - Good Vision: Keeping a steady eye on the weld as it takes form requires good vision. - Other duties may be assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

- Prior welding Experience: 1 year