Welder

MIG WELDER III

SUMMARY: Performs production floor welding and layout of Sub weldments or Final Weldments in meeting the production standard rate for each weldment including following and meeting the build plan supplied by the forecast.

The primary focus of this position is to manufacture our products, and ensure we deliver affordable, high- quality parts that meet our specifications. The MIG Welder is to provide assurance that our products meet Engineering and Quality requirements including On-time delivery. The candidate shall be highly motivated and an effective team player.

Primary Responsibilities:

• MIG Welding of steel parts of varying sizes, thickness and weight.
• Using cranes and rigging to move parts and weldments.
• Using various cutting machines like plasma and oxy-fuel cutting torches.
• Using various powered hand tools including grinders, sanders, drills, saw and others.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records and documentation.
• Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
• Must practice good housekeeping and properly dispose of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
• Other duties and responsibilities that may be added of assigned by management.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be able to read blue prints and have knowledge of weld symbols.
• Must know fractions and decimals, including fraction conversions.
• Must be able to read and use tape measure, steel rules and squares.
• Ability to learn operations of multiple jigs/fixtures within a job area and must be able to regularly rotate jobs to meet standard rates and schedules.
• Assist in the training other employees in safe and efficient use of jigs/fixtures.
• Must work at a reasonable pace (measured by production efficiency) and within our quality standards to ensure timely completion.
• Accurately measure and lay out locations for welded components.
• Must know how to use precision measuring instruments and equipment to build steel structures.
• Must be able to assist in training new employees in fabrication and welding methods with an emphasis on safe and efficient ways.
• Provide input for Jig/Fixture design and building.
• Must possess a strong work ethic.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7 years minimum welding experience.
• Certified welder.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Language Skills:

• Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend written and verbal English.

Note:

• Work schedule: Monday-Thursday, 3pm-1:30am
• Drug screen required.