Direct Labor - Welder

Location: Dalton

OVERVIEW

Perform all aspects of welding, brazing and cutting using gas and electric welding equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fabricate product by cutting, burning and welding various materials
Repair equipment by using welding techniques and appropriate welding equipment
Use cutting and bending equipment to configure material to size and shape
Clean and prepare surfaces to be welded (set up, assemble and tack weld)
Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly
Train associates as required
Notify supervisor of non-conforming product
Notify supervisor of unsafe equipment or work practices
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

General knowledge of machinery as applicable to metal-working industry
Six (6) to seven (7) years prior experience in metal-working industry
Vocational training and/or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus relevant experience
Knowledge of welding operations
Knowledge of the use of hand tools
Knowledge of shop operations
Ability to follow direction
Ability to read blueprints
Ability to work in conjunction with other employees
Good mechanical skills
Thorough understanding of basic mathematics
Ability to recognize problems as they may occur in a job procedure