Welder

Responsible for fitting and welding steel, aluminum and stainless‑steel parts using a MIG and/or TIG process. Also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as assigned by his or her supervisor.

• Set up welding machines based on the job at hand or using a Welding Procedure Specification
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements
• MIG and TIG weld mostly steel, aluminum and stainless‑steel components based on project needs
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards
• Follow and help maintain Welding Procedure Specifications
• Operate manual tools used in the production process (i.e.: Grinders, Drill, Saw), or assist machine operators
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities
• Follow all company rules and policies and follow all safety rules and quality standards
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
• Lift raw materials, final products, and items packed for shipment, manually (up to 50 pounds), or using a crane
• Uphold all ISO and OSHA standards applicable to the responsibilities above

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

• High school diploma/GED
• 5+ years of experience with steel, aluminum and/or stainless steel required
• Current and valid certification a plus
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding highly preferred
• Experience with CNC press breaks, CNC folding machines and automatic saws highly preferred
• Ability to lift heavy items up to 50 pounds consistently required
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Ability to identify and measure material
• Ability to produce quality products consistently
• Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form
• Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, tape measures and angle gauges

This job operates in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. However, in some instances this job may require work in areas where ear protection is necessary.

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 talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 50lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

However, on some instances this job may require work in areas where ear protection is necessary.

This is a full‑time position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 40 hours per week.