Tack Up Operator

JOB TITLE: Tack-Up Operator

DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing

LOCATION: Dublin, TX

PAY: $17/hr

BENEFITS: Benefits include a full health insurance policy that is 100% covered by Prime, a 50% matching 401(k) package, and a $25,000 life insurance policy. Comprehensive dental, vision and supplemental life insurance options are also available. PTO is available after 6 months. 7 paid holidays.

SUMMARY: Our Tack Up Welder welds short beads at points specified by layout, welding diagram, or by fitter along overlapping edges of metal parts to hold parts in place for final welding. Performs tasks of fitter helper. May also tack-weld using hand, or gas-shielded arc welding equipment, or spotwelding gun.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welding steel structural parts as specified per drawing or print.
• Perform MIG welding process.
• Select appropriate welding tools and equipment based on the job requirements.
• Operating grinder to prepare and finish welds.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Detect and correct defects in welds, such as porosity or incomplete penetration.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshoot repairs, and detect flaws in equipment as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaborate with other team members to achieve production goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to pass a 1G Limited Weld Test.
• Prior experience in manufacturing/fabrication shop is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs regularly and up to 75lbs occasionally with assistance.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle materials, tools, and welding equipment.
• Ability to kneel, crouch, climb, or work in awkward positions to complete work.
• Visual acuity to read measurements, shop drawings, and inspect work quality.
• Exposure to welding fumes, bright light (arc flash), heat, sparks, and airborne particles.
• Everyday use of PPE including flame-resistant clothing, welding helmet, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety-toe boots.
• Climate conditions vary in production areas from hot in the summer to cold in the winter.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.