What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder position at Birmingham Fastener & Supply?
Title: | Welder |
Department: | Welding |
Reports to: | Department Manager |
Position Overview
Welders are responsible for the fabrication and assembly of metal structures and equipment using welders, cutters, shapers and measuring tools. They produce metal products according to customer or employer specifications. They use multiple welding machines to repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes. Welders read and interpret diagrams, sketches, and prints to determine operations, required materials and timeframes for projects.
In addition to welding, this role includes fabrication duties such as material layout, cutting, forming, and fitting components prior to final assembly. Welders set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment. They understand and implement personal and company safety measures by wearing specialized clothing, goggles, helmets, and gloves. Communication skills are essential to work with team members and converse with customers and clients.
Essential Job Functions
- Work with the supervisor to read prints/drawings, take/read measurements, and plan layout and procedures.
- Collaborate with the supervisor to determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on customer requirements.
- Set-up and verify components for welding according to specifications.
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
Education and Experience
- 2 years of proven experience as welder.
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.).
- Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.).
- Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) is required.
Skills/Abilities
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings as well as determine required material lists.
- Knowledge of safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.).
- Deftness and attention to detail.
- Proficient in English.
- Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is a plus.
Work Environment
This job operates in manufacturing plant setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, heavy machinery, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can at times be loud; the use of hearing protection is required.
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; use hand tools; twist and pull with hands/wrist; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and typical work hours and days are Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as production demand.
AAP/EEO Statement
Atlanta Rod and Manufacturing Co., LLC. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.