Welder 1st Shift act
Essential Functions of the Job
Maintains welding equipment making adjustments to weld different parts or subassemblies
Performs Maintains welding equipment making adjustments to weld different parts or subassemblies
Performs various simple welding operations (i.e. pins, knuckles, joints) following blueprint weld symbols with limited supervision
Moves parts and/or workpiece manually, by crane and secures workpiece in weld fixture or table using clamps and wrenches
Maintains production quantities, efficiencies and quality on parts welded
Performs quality control inspections and cleans welded components
Prepares surfaces to be welded and works with blueprints to verify accuracy of pre-assembled metal components to be welded
Performs simple measurements using devices or gauges to check work
Positions or tightens braces, jacks, clamps, cable slings, or may bolt parts in position for welding or riveting
Knowledge, Skills and, Abilities (KSA's)
Knowledge of basic procedures of MiG welding and cutting tools
Knowledge and understanding of basic procedures of voltage and amperage for given requirements
Must possess basic math skills
Skilled in the operation of grinders and deburring equipment
Able to perform standard measurements using a tape measure and other measurement devices
Able to weld simple assemblies with little supervision
Able to read blueprints with weld symbols and specifications
Able to lift and position fabricated metal parts manually, using a crane
Able to wear personal protective equipment
Able to work overtime and/or including weekends as production schedules dictate
Able to weld vertical and down
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 1 year of previous welding experience
Working Conditions
Able to perform work in a non-climate-controlled metal manufacturing production environment
Must be able to communicate with supervisors and fellow employees
Requires (Near, Far, Depth and Color) vision
Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints
Must be able to utilize, read and understand a tape measure
Must be able to work in an environment with noise (with 25-decibel earplugs in) at 75-decibels
Must be able to kneel for up to 1 hour
Must be able to be on his/her feet, on concrete, for 90% of their shift and an assembler must be able to walk up to 75% of their shift
Must be able to climb 13ft by way of 12-inch rung ladders
Must be able to lift, push and or pull up to 40lbs and carry that weight 5ft
Must be able to bend, stoop and crouch
Able to work with their arms elevated for periods up to 5 minutes at a time