What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mig-Welder position at Keystone Tower Systems?
We are looking for a highly driven individual that will perform mig-welding on tower sections. This person will perform weld internal components and perform repairs in tower sections and ensure quality prior to submitting for inspection by quality. This person will be required to work on projects alone or in a team environment.
Responsibilities:
- Work from the directions of the supervisor to move Wind Tower sections, set up and operate the mig welders, Follow and complete daily build schedule.
- Weld, grind, and repair each Wind Tower section prior to presenting it to the Quality Inspectors. This person will also repair all weld defects as directed by the Quality Inspectors
- Perform most of the work individually. Essential tools and welding equipment will be provided, however, accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility
- Work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors
- Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management
- Clamp, grind, tack-weld, or bolt components into position before welding
- Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all safety policies and procedures. Follow all OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as required.
- Embrace culture of Lean Manufacturing and the implementation of change
- Ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision
- Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
- Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
- Comply with all Keystone Tower Systems Company and Safety policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Incumbent to pass an AWS welder qualification test and be able to use the mig welding equipment without difficulty
- A minimum of 1 year of experience with mig welding in a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals and alloys
- A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. This will include the ability to calculate formula using basic mathematics, standard U.S. and Metric Measurements
- Able read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, manufacturing drawings or similar information
- Ability to lift 75 pounds
Highly qualified candidates will also possess:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Employment at Keystone Tower Systems is contingent upon a satisfactory background check, satisfactory drug screen results, and passing any further pre-employment testing and or screening required for this position.
Keystone Tower Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
