Welder

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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
• Must read, write, speak and understand English