Tig Welder

Edlund Company, an OEM manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment is committed to providing cost-effective solutions, outstanding quality, and value-added equipment that meets the ever-changing needs in the global foodservice marketplace.

Summary

Lay out, fit, assemble and weld forged components using Tig welding standard methods.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding.
• Lay out, position, align, and fit components together.
• Responsible for quality including first piece and in-process inspections.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shield arc, or gas welding equipment.
• Assemble parts by fitting and clamping in weld fixture to secure for welding.
• Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
• Must be familiar with the physical characteristics of various metals such as stainless steel, brass, aluminum, iron, etc.
• Reads blueprint or job order to determine dimensions and specifications.
• Selects correct welding rod, tips, wire or filler and amperage settings to produce desired results.
• Verifies conformance to specifications.
• Produces high quality products by following written and oral instructions.
• Uses and understands functional fixtures and gages to insure quality products.
• Must be able to meet production efficiency rates.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Other Necessary Functions

• Knowledge of basic inspection equipment such as: Vanier Calipers, Micrometers, Test indicators, etc.
• Provide feedback to refine and improve processes on an ongoing basis.
• Follow all policies, procedures, ergonomic standards and safety requirements directed by Edlund Company and the department.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus 3 -5 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to work from verbal instructions, blue prints, job instructions and machine manuals to assure consistency in quality and workmanship.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work with and apply mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
  
  

Required Competencies And Aptitudes

• Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to positively and comfortably handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with focused attention to detail.
• Self-motivated positive team player with ability to train and interact with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with company policy.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to propose positive business solutions to problems.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed including job rotation and overtime including Saturdays.
• Ability to uphold Safety standards, participate in continuous process improvements on the job, and following our Manufacturing best practices.
• Ability to get along with others, be punctual, and follow instruction.
• Ability to follow Edlund Company policies and procedures.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Predominately sedentary with high frequency of sitting, lifting, reaching, hand and arm usage (67% - 100% of the workday).
• Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move 50 /- pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Regularly exposed to extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Smoke collection system must be on when welding.
• Welding gloves required (PPE -Personal Protective Equipment) is provided.