2nd Shift Welder

H O BOSTROM CO INC • Waukesha, WI

96d

About The Position

The Welder plays a critical role in ensuring that product components are maintaining quality standards. The main function is joining metal components by applying appropriate welding techniques as defined by the blue print, maintaining prescribed quality standards via MIG technique or CNC Robot.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years of production welding experience OR Welding Certificate from an accredited Technical School.
• Forklift Certified, preferred.
• 1 year of Robotic welding/programming experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welds components with welding equipment as specified by procedures, layouts, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, or oral instructions.
• Welds range from simple tacks to complex welds, performed in varying positions.
• Positions and clamps workpieces together or assemble them in jig or fixtures.
• Adjusts and monitors amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse, as specified.
• Measures dimensions, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators, or check fixture.
• Manually guides electrode or gun along the joint weld line, maintaining length of arc and travel speed to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Visually examines and measures welds using weld gauges to determine weld acceptability based on specified tolerances.
• Selects torch, torch tip, and filler rod, per Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Trims, sands, and drills parts, fits and deburrs product as required.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by accurately completing production and quality logs.
• Assists engineering in creating, implementing, and maintaining of Weld Procedure Specifications defining process, set-up, and operation.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees