Trainee Welding Support

The primary responsibilities of this position include preparing products for welding and finishing products after welding in a manner that ensures the proper and safe production of our high quality line of PSP products.

• Set up the work area, keep the area tidy, and meet the daily production and quality demands of the Weld Shop.
• Prepare products to be welded through various support related tasks including preparing equipment, preparing products for purge welding and lifting, and holding and positioning parts.
• Perform some light welding tasks with the GTAW process.
• Comply with health, safety, (including OSHA), and environmental procedures, and ensure the cleanliness of the area.
• Comply with established production philosophies designed to increase production, safety and/or quality, e.g., Lean Manufacturing, 5s and TWI methodologies.
• Continue to learn and expand one’s capacity within this job by increasing knowledge and skill base
• Perform various other assignments per the Department Lead’s direction.

High school diploma or GED require

Preferably a minimum 1 year of experience performing GTAW or GMAW welding

• Independent
• Dependable; determined, positive in demeanor
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Good attitude

Frequent standing, bending, sitting, and use of hands is required

Specific vision abilities required to include close vision, and ability to adjust focus

Occasionally perform physical activities including lifting (up to 50 lbs. unassisted)

The noise level in the production area is usually moderately loud. The Weld Department is a sectioned off area of the production floor. Various grinding, cutting and welding tasks are performed within the Weld Department.

Safety glasses and hearing protection are required when in the production area

PPE covering eyes and skin is required when welding or heat induced cutting

PPE covering hands and face is required when grinding

PPE specific to tasks being performed is required High school diploma or GED, Preferably minimum 1 year of experience in GTAW or GMAW welding, Independent, Dependable and positive demeanor, Attention to detail, Team player, Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted, Close vision and ability to adjust focus