What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder position at VILLAGE ASSOCIATES INC?
Description
You will be responsible for following several standards and must be willing and capable to weld, edit and perform all duties related to working in a metal fabrication environment to meet customer requirements. You will work with various materials and thickness while being flexible to move throughout the weld areas.
Responsibilities:
Teammate
· Promote teamwork, communicate effectively, and provide feedback on progress to your Team Leader.
· Adhere to company policies and ensure procedures in place are being followed.
Technical
· Troubleshooting to resolve welding inconsistencies and problem solving any welder setup error.
· Adhere to technical and quality standards put in place by Team Leader.
Safety
· Ensure safe working conditions are being maintained in your area.
· Participate in implementation of safety projects when asked.
· Minimizes hazardous wastes from processes, continually seeking alternatives.
Quality
· Adhere to product verification systems in place throughout build process.
· Understands preventative and corrective actions and adheres to them.
Requirements
Education/Training:
· High School Diploma
· Technical Degree with 3 years of experience is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
· Moderate to advance skill set in welding.
· Weld components in flat and vertical positions
· Follow welding procedures and specifications.
· Accurately operate and read measuring devices.
· Adjust welding equipment to properly weld configurations.
· Read blueprints.
· Computer skills
· Knowledge of manufacturing basics
· Ability to follow direction.
· Flexible and can quickly adjust to change.
Travel Requirements:
· Minimal
Physical Requirements:
· Be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and up to 50 lbs. for short periods.
· Sit, stand, and bend throughout the workday.
Materials and Equipment Utilized:
· Hand and power tools (pliers, screwdrivers, drills, tape measures, etc.)
· Computers, printers, etc.
· Forklift
· PPE (safety glasses, gloves, welding helmet, and ear plugs as needed)
Working Environment:
· 100% manufacturing: low to moderate noise, safety glasses required and other personal protective equipment (PPE) where applicable.
