Welding Technician; 2nd shift in Humboldt

Job Title: Welding Technician

Division: Precision Pulley and Idler

Location: Humboldt, IA - On-site

Shift: 2nd

Salary Grade: 1

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Physical Grade: 3

Job Status: Full Time

Travel Required: 0%

Revision Date: September 6, 2024

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Produce defined quantity of parts and components according to company and customer specifications.

More specifically, the employee owner will:

• Ensure parts and components are accurate according to specifications.
• Jig, assemble, and weld parts and components.
• Operate a wire welder; follow specifications in regards to weld penetrations, appearance, and quantity.
• Operate various hand tools and machinery to meet expectations on quality, including but not limited to lathe, grinder, and torch.
• Grind, clean, and/or bevel fit-up of welds where required.
• Use and understand various paperwork (e.g., schedules, prints, technical specifications, etc.).
• Request and/or gather raw materials, parts, and components necessary to complete task.
• Perform extra assignments in other areas and related task assignments in the work area.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintenance within the work area.
• Regular, consistent attendance.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong commitment to quality and working safely.
• After reasonable training will demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and the ability to operate equipment to company specifications.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn processes.
• Must have strong organizational skills, handle multiple projects, and exercise disciplined time management.

• Ability to work independently and as a team without supervision.
• Demonstrate a consistent and appropriate sense of urgency.
• Ability to interact with Management Team in a professional manner to continually enhance the company’s performance.
• Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written.

• High school diploma or a general education degree (GED); or
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

• PPI Weld Certification but not required.
• Continually participate in additional training related to the job.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; uses equipment properly.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee:

• Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
• Must be able to frequently use hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently stand and walk.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move more than 50 pounds with assist available.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, , and peripheral vision.
• Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually LOUD.
• Occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), risk of radiation and vibration.
• Regularly exposed to work near moving…