Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Reviews work orders and parts from Department Supervisor and Lead Person.
• Works from blueprints. Performs weld techniques per required material and weldment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in mig welding. 
•  Sets-up weld equipment per material type listed on work order. Welds part per work order and blueprints.
• Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding.
• Use basic power hand tools and grinders to clean up weld work e.g., de-burring, clean weld splatter.
• Completes the Weld Quality Check list as required.
• Supports the company’s lean initiatives and assists in Lean projects as required.
• Follows all safety practices and rules. Maintains clean and safe working environment in line with company policies.
• Supports other departments or completes other duties, as necessary.

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• A welding certification or on job experience is strongly recommended.
• Previous experience with mig weld procedures is required.
• Previous experience with handheld grinders, drills, hammer, plasma cutting torch, blaster equipment and drill press is strongly desired.
• Previous application of lean manufacturing and structured problem-solving tools is a plus.
• Good understanding of blueprint reading.
• Must be able to read squares and measuring tapes.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Lifts frequently (50% of normal workday) material weighing 5 – 25 lbs. occasionally lifts (15% of normal workday) material weighing 25 – 60 lbs. lifting generally from floor level to waist level.
• Must reach, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Be able to read part numbers and directions provided on a worksheet.
• Works within a team cell environment
• Must be reliable and willing to work overtime when required.

Job Requirements:

• Attention to Detail: Welders need to make clean lines and cuts when welding. Paying attention to the job at hand is necessary.
• Dexterity: MIG welders work with their hands and need to be steady during the welding process.
• Strength: MIG welders often need to lift or hold heavy pieces of metal in place while welding.
• Stamina: MIG welders can expect long hours on their feet, often in hot conditions.
• Technical Skills: Welding equipment requires technical knowhow, as does reading blueprints and understanding how the final product should look.
• Troubleshooting Skills: Welders should see flaws in welds or structural imperfections in the metal.
• Good Vision: Keeping a steady eye on the weld as it takes form requires good vision.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

• Prior welding Experience: 1 year