What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder 1st shift position at GSMW, Inc.?
Description
The Welder operates MIG/TIG welding equipment to fabricate high-quality metal parts and assemblies per customer specifications, meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Reporting Structure
Reports to: Welding Supervisor
Direct Reports: None
Authority: Responsible for weld booth performance, identifying process issues, and halting work for safety concerns.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 6 months manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints and adjust weld parameters
• Basic computer and data entry skills (ERP familiarity preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
Work Environment & Physical Demands
• Factory setting; exposure to variable temperatures
• Use of standard PPE including eye and hearing protection
• Standing, bending, lifting up to 45 lbs, and repetitive motion
• Requires visual acuity for inspection and safe equipment operation
The Welder operates MIG/TIG welding equipment to fabricate high-quality metal parts and assemblies per customer specifications, meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Reporting Structure
Reports to: Welding Supervisor
Direct Reports: None
Authority: Responsible for weld booth performance, identifying process issues, and halting work for safety concerns.
Key Responsibilities
- Expertly operating MIG and/or TIG welding equipment.
- Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
- Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to welding, using straightedges, squares, clamps and fixtures
- Ability to make minor welding parameter adjustments to ensure proper weld quality
- Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with standard inspection tools to ensure conformance with drawing specifications
- Supporting achievement of company standards in safety, productivity, and on-time production
- Reporting all property or tool damage immediately to the production supervisor
- Maintaining a satisfactory attendance record, as outlined in the employee handbook
- Using inspection devices (calipers, pin gauges, check fixtures) to inspect parts, according to print and product inspection plan (PIP)
- Selecting and using fixtures, as identified in the process setup sheets, IQS, or job traveler
- Gathering required documents (process photos, process inspection plans, job traveler, print, and work in process parts) to successfully run the job
- Reading the print fully to understand tolerances, geometry, weld symbols and special instructions
- Separating and labeling non-conforming parts according to the ISO policy
- Understanding safety requirements in work areas and complying with requirements
- Using material data sheets (MSDS) effectively
- Completing daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department maintenance as assigned
- Accurately entering job information, quantities, and inspection results into the ERP systems
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 6 months manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints and adjust weld parameters
• Basic computer and data entry skills (ERP familiarity preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
Work Environment & Physical Demands
• Factory setting; exposure to variable temperatures
• Use of standard PPE including eye and hearing protection
• Standing, bending, lifting up to 45 lbs, and repetitive motion
• Requires visual acuity for inspection and safe equipment operation
Salary : $22 - $26