Job Title: Welder E Band:

Reports To: Area Manager

Job Purpose

This position fabricates and builds the test chamber’s structural frame through following blueprints/mechanical engineering drawings. This position uses raw steel to MIG weld a structural steel frame per specs.

Authority Statement

The Job Title listed empowers the Incumbent with the authority to execute all duties and responsibility listed below. In the event of a conflict of authority, the Incumbent shall elevate to direct supervisor for resolution.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reads tape measure easily
Fabricates by welding sheet metal and structural steel to correct dimensions under proper supervision
Uses math functions accurately—multiplication, division, conversion of decimals to fractions
Fabricates welded sheet metal parts and structural steel frames to the correct dimensions per print from a collection of prints in a job work folder
Grinds all outside welds smooth in preparation for a finish paint part
Reads blueprints/mechanical engineering drawings
Lays out holes to proper dimensions per prints
Demonstrates knowledge of MIG welding applications
Maintains welder
Basic fit up and MIG welding of mild steel.
Advanced fit up, MIG and TIG skills with stainless steel.
Advanced blueprint and TIG and MIG welding skills

Qualifications

Possession of High School Diploma or GED
History of good attendance
Task oriented
TIG welding fabrication experience on structural steel and sheet metal
Preferred: previous experience working in a manufacturing environment
Good math skills with ability to convert decimals to fractions
Demonstrated ability to follow procedures
Accuracy in reading a tape measure
Ability to read, understand parts list and fill out quality check sheets

Ability to read and understand blueprints/mechanical engineering drawings

Working Conditions

Mostly standing work. Frequently lifting up to 25 lbs., occasionally lifting up to 100 lbs. (Lifting more than 50 lbs. overhead must be performed by using mechanical aids; if mechanical aids are not available, the lift will be performed by two employees in a team lift.) Detailed work with hands; fine work, simple grasping and pushing and pulling. Position may involve bending, squatting, climbing, crawling, reaching, and twisting with occasional kneeling. Significant portions of travel time may involve extended sedentary periods. Subject to weather and adverse driving conditions when outside. As needed, will work at a desk and a computer screen for extended periods of time. Must be able to manually enter data to the computer system and understand the screen and images that appear.

Direct Reports

Direct Reports: NO

FLSA: Exempt or Non-exempt

Non-exempt | Full Time | 40 hours/week | Associates are expected to work overtime when requested by supervision, which could include same day notice.

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*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions