What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder position at Atkore?
Who we are looking for :
We are currently searching for a Certified Welder to be based out of Kokomo, IN. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, this person will be responsible for performing skilled MIG & TIG welding operations.
What you’ll do :
Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- Adhere to all Life Saving Rules, including Lock-Out, Tag-Out (LOTO), Machine Guarding / Bypassing Safety Controls, and Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety protocols
- Perform skilled MIG & TIG welding techniques.
- Perform setup, adjustments and operation of welding machines.
- Operate an Angle Grinder to prepare parts for welding and to touch up surface defects.
- Set components for welding in accordance with set specifications and configuration and blueprints.
- Responsible for assessing welded surfaces, structures, and components to ensure weld accuracy and identify weld errors.
- Replace wire, filters, and gas cradles as needed.
- Must perform First-Piece Inspection, as well as all required subsequent inspections.
- Responsible for meeting and / or exceeding hourly rate goals.
- Responsible for completing the Hour-by-Hour board(s) for the duration of shift.
What You’ll bring
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent and AWS Certification or Technical School Welding Certificate is required.
- Three () years welding experience is preferred.
- Ability to follow standard work processes and operate with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Flexibility of shift scheduling, to include overtime and weekends.
- Ability to squat, bend and lift up to lbs.
- Ability to stand and work a -hour shift in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
- Exceptional basic math skills required for quick and accurate calculations.
- Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands, and able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner.
- Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
- All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.
Within months, You’ll
- Complete required training.
- Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
- Developed good communication skills to apply strong manufacturing guidelines with a strategic planning focus.
- Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.
Who we are :
Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture.
Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
Last updated : 2024-10-13
