Welder

Responsibilities

To prepare, assemble and install vehicle and/or chipper components to required specifications for Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, Unit and Finish department.

• Read and interpret schematics (blueprints).
• Read and interpret work orders.
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment.
• Follow established safety and quality policies, procedures, and practices.
• Learn and operate all equipment within the work area (cell).
• Perform rework as required.
• Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in RCI events.
• Willing to move to other work areas in order to support production needs. (Cross-train).
• Maintain daily time records.
• Install unit vehicle and/or chipper components and accessories.
• Testing of installed components.
• Mastery of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness and ability to train new/current associates.
• Maintain and complete any necessary documentation or paperwork.
• Job duties may vary by location.

• High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution is required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend required.
• Basic computer usage knowledge required.
• Ability to read tape measures, blueprints, and schematics required.
• State Certification (career readiness) desired.
• Proficient knowledge of at least one of the following desired:
  Mechanical, Hydraulics, Electrical, Manufacturing / Production processes.

• Ability to obtain Forklift certificate if required.
• Keep a clean work area (5S).
• Assist co-workers and group leads as needed.
• Knowledge of Altec programs and/or systems.
• Shift work may be required.
• Clean up and dispose of any trash generated while performing job responsibilities.
• Perform all other duties as required / assigned.

• Safety in everything we do.

• Ensures appropriate reviews have been performed as needed for high quality.

• Continuous attention to all job functions ensuring quality products.

• Requires outside and inside contacts to carry out company policy and programs;
  Improper handling will have considerable effect on operational results;
  Must often deal with matters requiring explanation, persuasion and obtaining of approvals.

• Use and conduct proper care of PPE.
• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to determine sequence and methods of assembling components.
• Read and interpret work orders.
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment.
• Learn and operate all equipment within the work area (cell).
• Perform rework as required.
• Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in RCI events.
• Willing to move to other work areas to support production needs. (Cross-train)
• Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
• Perform Mig welding by using a variety of arc and gas welding equipment.
• Inspect assembly/components for conformance of specifications.
• Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces using hand tools and portable power tools.
• Willingness and ability to train new/current associates.
• Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures, and practices.
• Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment.
• Maintain daily time records.
• Other job duties as assigned.
• Job duties may vary by location.
• Education, Experience, and skills required
• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Vocational training is desired.
• AWS
  
  D.1.1 weld certification required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend required.
• Basic computer usage knowledge required.
• Ability to read tape measures, blueprints, and schematics required.
• Proficient knowledge of the following required.
• Welding
• Mechanical
• Keep a clean work area (5S).
• Assist co-workers and group leads as needed.
• Participate in RCI events.
• Knowledge of Altec programs and/or systems.
• Shift work may be required.

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