Welder | Fabricator

MAJOR PURPOSE OF THIS JOB

The Welder primary responsibility is MIG welding aluminum parts and assembling dock structures. Each job must be completed safely, accurately, clean, timely, and pass quality control inspection.

• Welding
  • Create quality welds according to blueprints (weld symbols).
  • Inspect welds for accuracy.
  • Prepare product to be welded by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping, and cutting aluminum parts.
  • Change wire, welding, as needed.
  • Responsible for the proper packaging, identifying, and moving of all finished products to the proper location.
  • Ensure all equipment is properly set up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use.
  • Operate forklift, if required and trained.
  • Performs first piece inspections as well as all subsequent inspections as required by Wahoo Docks standards.
• Assembly
  • Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
  • Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
  • Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
  • Verifies specifications by measuring complete components.
  • Resolves assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications, notifying supervisors to obtain additional resources.
• General
  • Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
  • Observes all safety rules and regulations. Must act safely and be responsible for the safety of others around the work area.
  • Following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
  • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
  • Documents actions by completing production and quality forms.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation. This job also requires the use of machines and hand tools necessary for tool fabrication, including lathe, milling machining, band saw, jig saw, drill press, filter, grinders, arc welder, brazing unit, and other standard tools.

The position requires regular heavy lifting for assembly and repair, and works in a production environment with risk of injury. Some safety equipment must be worn when working with equipment in the shop. Bending, lifting, and pushing up to 70 pounds is required.

This is a Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Second Shift Position. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays, PTO, affordable healthcare plans, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.