Job Summary / Objective

Responsible for fitting and welding of mild steel, aluminum and stainless steel parts using a MIG process. Also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as assigned by supervisor. Perform visual and measurement inspections for in-process and finish production parts. Welder will be expected to maintain quality and safety standard, keep accurate records, and maintain equipment and supplies.

Essential Job Functions and Duties

• Inspect production parts by conducting visual and measurement tests.
• Discuss inspection results with the production team and communicate required adjustments or re-work to supervisor.
• Ability to follow instructions as delivered by supervisor and scheduler, work orders, blueprints, materials, specifications, and locations of surfaces.
• Set up welding machines based on the job at hand or using a Welding Procedure Specification
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
• MIGweld mild steel, aluminum and stainless steel components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings.
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Follow, create and help maintain Welding Procedure Specifications.
• Set up welding cells for serial production runs.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Follow all company safety rules, policies and quality standards.
• Maintains equipment by completing daily and weekly preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years Welding Experience.
• Experience with mild steel, aluminum and stainless steel required.
• Experience with MIGwelding.
• Read and interpret welding symbols.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Mechanical Assembly understanding.
• Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions.
• Understanding of conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation, supply management, tooling, inventory control, judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment to achieve common goal.
• Requires Safe Work Habits.
• Maintain good attendance.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with MIG and TIGwelding.
• MIG and TIG certifications.

Work Authorizations / Security Clearance / Additional Eligibility Requirements

NA

Working Conditions / Work Schedule / Travel

• Normal work hours (4 - 10 hour days - Days may vary Mon - Fri).
  • 1st Shift - 5:00 AMto 3:30 PM
  • Must be flexible to work overtime as required.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Remain standing on feet for long periods of time.
• Frequent carrying, grasping, reaching, pulling, pulling, stooping for parts and supplies.

Direct Reports

None

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.