Welder - 1st Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for welding; cut, grind, and clean metal.
• Read weld blueprints, engineered drawings, and follow work order requirements.
• Set up the welding machine for specific materials, thicknesses, and positions using complicated weld fixtures and weld positioner (turntable).
• Dimensionally inspect welds and other characteristics of parts being welded using tools such as calipers, protractors, and gauges.
• Inspect all parts for proper assembly and cosmetic defects; tag any non-conforming parts with re‑work labels.
• Work outside the department as required, primarily in belt and hand grinding.
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules and within standard times.
• Follow all safety guidelines and wear all personal protective equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations; complete all required compliance training and maintain knowledge of and adherence to MB Aerospace’s internal compliance policies and procedures.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year of solid general computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic math skills.
• At least 1 year of basic welding and metallurgy experience.
• Read, interpret, and process work instructions.
• Capable of using all standard bench tools and gauges required for setup, inspection, and welding of assemblies including calipers, height gauges, micrometers, and microscopes.
• Capable of operating computer‑controlled machines and making program adjustments as required.
• Cut, polish, etch, and evaluate pre-weld acceptance samples, quarterly process control samples, and filament change control samples.
• Complete logs, check sheets, job orders, and other paperwork for each job performed.
• Perform preventive maintenance of EB weld machine, including pumping system and filament changes.
• Support Welding Engineers in development of process schedules.
• Maintain a neat and orderly workstation and promote overall good housekeeping practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Must have a valid U.S. passport.