Welder

Position: Welder – Maintenance & 5S

Job Location: Manufacturing Plant

Job Objective

To perform welding, fabrication, repair, and modification activities related to plant maintenance, workplace improvements, and 5S implementation, ensuring safe, efficient, and well-maintained manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Welding & Fabrication Works

• Carry out Arc Welding (SMAW), MIG Welding, or other applicable welding activities as per plant requirements.
• Fabricate and repair metal structures, supports, frames, brackets, and fixtures.
• Perform welding repairs on damaged equipment guards, platforms, railings, racks, and other plant infrastructure.
• Execute cutting, grinding, drilling, and basic metal fabrication activities.
• Read and understand basic fabrication drawings, sketches, and measurements.
• Ensure proper alignment, dimensions, and quality of fabricated components.

2. Maintenance Support

• Attend welding and fabrication-related maintenance requests from production and maintenance teams.
• Repair and modify machine guards, safety barriers, handrails, and protective structures.
• Support maintenance teams during equipment modification and facility improvement works.
• Carry out minor structural repairs to doors, gates, storage racks, and utility supports.
• Assist in shutdown maintenance and special fabrication projects as required.

3. 5S Activities

• Support implementation and maintenance of 5S practices across the manufacturing plant.
• Fabricate and install material storage racks, tool stands, shadow boards, and designated storage fixtures.
• Prepare and install safety signboards, equipment identification plates, and floor marking supports.
• Assist in creating designated areas for tools, materials, scrap, and waste segregation.
• Repair and maintain damaged storage structures, safety barricades, and workplace fixtures.
• Ensure work areas are kept clean, organised, and free from welding scrap and hazardous materials after completing jobs.

4. Safety & Compliance

• Follow all plant safety procedures and permit-to-work requirements.
• Use appropriate PPE, including welding helmet, gloves, safety shoes, and protective clothing.
• Ensure proper housekeeping before, during, and after welding activities.
• Follow hot work permit procedures and maintain fire safety precautions.
• Inspect welding machines, cables, gas cylinders, and tools before use.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, and potential hazards to the supervisor.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of completed welding, fabrication, and repair activities.
• Report daily work progress and pending maintenance requests.
• Inform supervisors about material requirements, welding consumables, and tool requirements.
• Coordinate with maintenance and production teams for job completion.

Required Qualification & Skills

• ITI / NCVT / SCVT in Welder Trade or equivalent technical qualification.
• Knowledge of Arc Welding, MIG Welding, gas cutting, and basic fabrication techniques.
• Ability to operate welding machines, grinders, cutting tools, and measuring instruments.
• Basic knowledge of metal types, welding rods, and fabrication materials.
• Understanding of industrial safety procedures and 5S practices.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing plant environment.

Experience

2–5 years of relevant experience in industrial welding, maintenance fabrication, or manufacturing plant support activities preferred.

Key Performance Expectations

• Quality and timely completion of welding and fabrication jobs.
• Effective support for plant maintenance activities.
• Contribution towards 5S implementation and workplace improvements.
• Compliance with hot work safety procedures.
• Proper housekeeping and safe handling of tools and materials.

Pay: ₹23,000.00 - ₹28,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person