Welder A

Under general supervision, performs welding and fabrication work to assemble, repair, and manufacture metal components and subassemblies. Uses welding equipment, blueprints, and work instructions to produce high-quality weldments that meet safety, quality, and production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate automatic and manual welding equipment for a variety of materials and applications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts, and work orders to determine welding specifications and requirements.
• Independently plan, lay out, and complete welding projects with minimal supervision.
• Weld metal parts, assemblies, and subassemblies according to engineering drawings and production standards.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with quality, dimensional, and workmanship requirements.
• Identify and recommend improvements or corrections to drawings, processes, or welding procedures.
• Coordinate with supervisors to obtain materials and components needed for assigned jobs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in welding preferred.
• Experience in MIG, TIG, Flux-Cored, or other welding processes in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, equipment, materials, metal fabrication, and blueprint reading.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols, engineering drawings, and precision measuring instruments.
• Current AWS and/or ASME welding certification required.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently produce high-quality welds with minimal rework or scrap.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Working knowledge of production, quality, and safety standards.

Physical Requirements

• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, and climbing throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 55 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to handle and install welding wire spools weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, welding fumes, and moving equipment while using required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Additional Information

Success in this role requires a commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork. The Welder is expected to complete assigned work efficiently, meet established production and quality standards, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute positively to the success of the team and organization.

Performance will be evaluated based on weld quality, productivity, safety performance, adherence to procedures, teamwork, and overall contribution to departmental and company objectives.