Welder II

PositionOverview

Welder II is responsible for performing MIG welding, layout, tacking, fabrication and building functions in the manufacture of various products in accordance with product specifications.

Essential Job Functions

The job duties listed below are the fundamental job duties of this position. Failure to perform any one of these duties would substantially alter the nature of the position.

Perform the following GMAW welds – butt – V – single bevel and fillet welds on carbon steel

Produce welds that pass visual inspection

Can perform necessary repairs that pass adhere to MMC Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and CWI inspection requirements

Demonstrates the ability to weld the above weld joints with either .045 and/or .062 diameter wires

Read and understand MMC WPS’s – select appropriate wire and shielding gas and weld within WPS weld parameters.

Proficient in print reading and understands weld symbols and welding gauges

Read and understand MMC WPS’s – select appropriate wire and shielding gas and weld within WPS weld parameters

Can perform welds using following wire – solid – flux core and metal core as needed.

Can weld carbon, stainless steel as needed

Perform carbon arc gouging and recognize when any and all defects have been removed

Layout and tack to specifications

Use grinder or other appropriate tools to clean, smooth out, grind or finish parts as needed

Use various machines to fabricate, build, and design products.

Monitor the production board and internal paperwork to perform tasks in the designated sequence

Accurately label all parts for routing to next operation

Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required

Enter job data in production tracking system

Use crane, hoist, forklift or other material handling equipment to transport materials and product into and out of the work area as required.

Must be AWS GMAW certified

• Welders employed with Millerbernd will have the opportunity to complete all weld certification requirements including AWS certification within 60 days of employment – up to 3 attempts
• Ensure use of safe work procedures and wear all required PPE
• Perform work at the appropriate pace to maintain quality and productivity requirements
• Follow company policies in relation to safety, cleanliness, attendance etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 3 years experience in metal fabrication/welding experience. Successful completion of internal welding test is mandatory.
• Proficient knowledge in interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings, and weld symbols
• Ability to operate hoists, cranes, and other powered industrial vehicles as needed
• Ability to operate various power and hand tools
• Experience in use of weld positioners, turners, fixtures and equipment
• Ability to perform basic shop math functions
• Ability to electronically record production information
• Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork in English
• Ability to work with others as part of a high-performance team
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Able to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or procedures
• Accurately use tape measure and precision measuring instruments
• Operational knowledge of Electric Plasma and Acetylene Torch
• Proficient in welding techniques on flat, vertical and rotating planes
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require adequate grip strength, finger manipulation, and/or foot motion to handle tools, product, equipment and/or controls on a regular basis. Generally, the job requires standing, walking, and balancing on a continuous basis Additionally, the employee may be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional to frequent basis. The employee may be required to push and pull up to 75 pounds on an occasional to frequent basis depending on work assignment. The employee may be required to repetitively bend and/or reach forward to perform tasks involving moderate force, as well as occasionally perform tasks at knee level depending on work assignment. Occasional climbing may be necessary to complete tasks.

The employee is regularly required to talk and hear to communicate with others. The noise level in the production environment is loud, consistent with normal shop conditions. The nature of the job is working with and around machinery and equipment. The employee may be exposed to cut and puncture hazards, congested work areas, temperature variations, glare, and chemicals necessary to perform the role. For these reasons personal protective equipment is required. This role requires near and far vision, tactical, hearing, speech, and spatial perception abilities.