Welder

WELDER - 1st SHIFT

Mon-Thurs 6am-4:30p

Responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture product to customer’s drawings, specifications, and requirements.

• Position, align, fit, and weld parts following blue prints and layout specifications using jigs and hand tools.
• Examine parts for all defects and measure parts with a variety of measurement tools to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Weld components in flat and vertical positions using MIG and TIG processes.
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Select torch tips and filler material according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.
• Perform quality inspections within the welding department.
• Perform work in accordance with established operational standards and processes.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

• Successful completion of an internal math assessment and weld test.
• Ability to use tools ranging from common hand and power tools including grinders and cut off wheels to measuring instruments such as a tape measure and gauges.
• Knowledge of welding equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum, etc.
• Computer skills as they pertain to this job including but not limited to:
  Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work instructions, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.

• High School degree, diploma or a general education degree (GED).
• Twelve months welding experience or, certificate/degree in welding.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is subject to change as the needs of Jones Metal Products, Inc. and the requirements of the job change.