Welder

Job Purpose

The Welder position is accountable for using hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components, or to fill holes, indentations or seams of fabricated metal products.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to : various types of welding preparation tasks; welding products; and following customer drawings, specifications or other forms of instructions to create a finished manufactured product according to the designs.

There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate safety equipment and follow all required safety guidelines
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, rulers and any other necessary tools to ensure proper assembly
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
• Operate welding equipment proficiently
• Assemble metal or plastic parts or products
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings, instructions, designs, etc.
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum, and some exotic materials
• Working knowledge of fixtures and weld set-up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
• Process inspection, certification, and documentation
• Welding equipment maintenance as needed

Education and Experience

• ASME certification
• TIG welding experience a plus
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current welding certification
• 3-5 years of welding experience
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Detail oriented
• Ability to read, write and communicate clearly with others

Work Environment

• Current work schedule : M-TH (5a-330p). Overtime as needed.
• Professional office environment and occasional manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, grinding, vapor, dust and lubricants
• Must adhere to company safety policies and wear the required personal protective equipment as needed

Physical Demands

• Required to stand for long periods of time, walk, sit, use hands to operate office equipment, talk, and hear
• May occasionally lift or move office products and supplies up to 50 pounds

Travel

Minimal to no travel required.

Other Duties

Please note : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities.

Other duties, responsibilities, schedule, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Last updated : 2024-08-15