Welder 1

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the safe and efficient fabrication of steel products.  The Welder I is an entry-level welding position, with all work being completed with close supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition.
• Follow all company safety and quality requirements.
• Able to Learn company policies and procedures.
• Able to work on basic manufacturing assignments that have set standards.
• Able to follow detailed instructions while observed closely by supervisor or lead.
• Able to problem solve simple and non-complex issues that need little judgement.
• Able to perform measurements within specified tolerances.
• Learn to read blueprints.
• Ability to work with others.
• Ability to work safely and accurately.
• Prompt and dependable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES

• Able to perform simple flat and horizontal welds and flat groove welds.
• Able to Fit and weld subassemblies with tack or spot weld.
• Able to perform measurements within specified tolerances.
• Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and welding equipment set-up and maintenance.
• General knowledge of equipment and operations.
• Basic understanding of Weld symbols.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to read a tape measure (imperial and metric).
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 0-1 years of welding experience preferred.