Welder

Description

Works from a job traveler to fabricate and weld components to produce quality compliant products, while meeting departmental performance standards, customer specifications and delivery requirements.

• →Using MIG and/or TIG, weld components together according to blueprints and job traveler
• →Check and verify part numbers prior to assembly of product to customer specifications
• →Accurately measure and lay out locations for welded components
• →Adjust weld as needed to accommodate varying thicknesses of steel

• Operate grinder, drill, band saw, torch and crane as assigned
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documentation, etc. including accurately completing daily labor card and submitting at conclusion of shift
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards
• Assist in training new employees in safe and efficient use of fabricating and welding methods
• Notify supervisor of part shortages before the part runs out

Requirements

• Reads and accurately interprets blueprints at an advanced level
• Able to learn operations of multiple jigs/fixtures within a job area and must be able to regularly rotate jobs to meet schedules
• Skill level includes MIG, TIG and pipe welding capabilities as outlined in attached level breakdown
• Must work at a reasonable pace (measured by production efficiency) and within quality standards to insure timely completion
• Able to follow directions and perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written and oral instructions.

• High School Diploma
• 2-4 years previous welding experience with non-structural components
• Must successfully complete in-house welding test