Bench Welder/Fabricator

HUSSEY SEATING COMPANY•North Berwick, ME

31d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bench Welder/Fabricator works directly with a team of shop associates and engineers to construct a variety of standard and customized (Engineered to Order) telescopic seating components while working in a personal workspace at a welding bench. The Bench Welder/Fabricator welds using the MIG process on sheet metal in various thicknesses with gauges and very little to no base material preparation or post weld requirements. We offer in-house welding qualifications in accordance with the American Welding Society and opportunity for qualification directly with the Canadian Welding Bureau. We will also provide in-house training or support outside training for individuals seeking to further their welding knowledge and/or credentials.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
10 years Welding/Fabrication operational knowledge and experience applying MIG
Strong understanding of operating basic metal shop equipment and tools.
“Safety first” mindset
Thorough understanding of how to read part and assembly drawings, evaluate finished products and perform quality checks.
Highly motivated self-starter
Team player with the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal teams
Strong attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
Lift, carry, push and/or pull 1-50 lbs. frequently
Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp and reach overhead frequently
Sit, stand and walk for 1-10 hours per day
Ability to work in 55 to 90 degree work environment
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required

Nice To Haves

Opportunity for qualification directly with the Canadian Welding Bureau.
In-house training or support outside training for individuals seeking to further their welding knowledge and/or credentials.

Responsibilities

Organize production schedule, understand, and adhere to product acceptability requirements.
Maintain consistent and accurate records and maintain accurate inventory counts.
Read and interpret engineered drawings and welding symbols.
Design and fabricate temporary welding fixtures for custom work when standard fixturing is not available.
Utilize basic measuring tools such as tape measure, squares and protractors.
Actively participate in Daily Communication Meetings reviewing Daily Safety, Quality, Delivery and Continuous Improvement actions.
Ensure production schedule follow through as allocated by the scheduled department.
Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of welding cutting equipment and work area in accordance with company standards and manufacturers machine recommendations.
Perform activities supporting the establishment of work center standards for process improvement.
Perform First Piece Part Quality checks and facilitate work-order paper flow in accordance with Hussey Seating Company Quality Standards.
Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures, Visual Workplace Standards, and ongoing Lean continuous improvement activities.