What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder - 2nd Shift position at WEG Electric Corp?
Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.
Minneapolis, MN
Position: Welder - 2nd shift
Team: Fabrication Team
Primary Objective of Position:
A Welder is responsible for setting up, fabricating and welding complex parts using various welding processes. A Welder works with a high degree of detail adhering to safety and quality standards.
Major Areas of Accountability:
- Set up and fabricate a wide variety of components using various welding processes, primarily FCAW and GMAW.
- Use oxygen-acetylene, oxygen-natural gas, plasma arc and carbon-arc equipment to heat, straighten, trim and bevel ferrous and non-ferrous material.
- Read drawings and routings to determine method, sequence of operation, position, tolerances and welding specifications, to include proper filler materials, fluxes and weld machine settings.
- Make all necessary layouts and setups using proper tools and fabricating equipment.
- Uses portable electric or air driven grinding or chipping equipment.
- Perform self-inspection and documentation of welded components.
- Provide feedback on rejected welded components, and may determine disposition of rework for rejection report.
- Works in other areas of the Fabrication Team skills matrix, may work in other areas fabricating parts and brazing.
- Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane.
- Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work.
- Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- 1-2 year welding degree or High School degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant welding experience.
- Must pass a FCAW 3G and GMAW-SC 2G weld test.
- Knowledge of layouts, ability to read blueprints, perform basic math and calculate conversions.
- Ability to be certified in overhead and Jib crane operation and forklift operation.
Physical Requirements:
- Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 50lbs.
- Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
- Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
- Routinely positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
- Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
- Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operator machinery or tools.
- Occasionally moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.
Salary
Based on experience and qualifications
Pay Types
Voluntary weekend overtime.
Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!
Job Type
Monday Friday, 2nd shift 3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Full-time (Union)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
- 401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
- Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
- Company paid Holidays (13)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
- Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
- $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
- Company provided tools
- Uniforms (laundered), Safety Shoes & Glasses
- Secure, onsite free parking
Salary : $6,000
