Job Description

SUMMARY

Operates manual welders and weld robots to fabricate metal weldments (from materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel). 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates a welding machine to fabricate metal weldments (from materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel).  
• Lifts work piece manually or using hoist and secures work piece in fixture. 
• Starts machine and observes operation.
• Inspects and measures work pieces to verify conformance to specifications. 
• Replaces worn machine accessories and exhausted expendables (such as shielding gases, welding rod and /or wire). 
• Adds coolant and/or water to machine reservoir and turns valve to start flow of coolant. 
• May be required to operate an industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products. 
• Operates welder to produce parts per specifications.  Sets up and adjusts tips, fixtures, amperage and pulse. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to operate a TIG and/or MIG welder at a level to meet production expectations (quality and quantity).  Must be able to pass the Midmark Weld Test.

COMPETENCY/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

•  Assembly experience helpful
•  Safely lift up to 50lbs unaided and up to 75lbs with assistance
•  Must possess good mechanical aptitude
•  Must be able to use simple hand tools and measuring devices