Certified Welder - 1st Shift

Hunter Engineering Company•Durant, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Hunter Engineering is seeking a Certified Welder for their 1st Shift in Durant, MS. This family-owned, American-made company is a global leader in automotive service equipment. The Certified Welder will position, align, fit, and weld metal components to fabricate or repair products according to design drawing tolerances and specifications. The role offers a starting rate of $28.15 with opportunities for advancement and requires some mandatory overtime. The 1st shift operates from 7 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required
Must be able to pass a welding certification test at Hunter Engineering
One year of welding experience in an industrial setting
Must be able to operate material handling equipment such as overhead crane or motorized or manual pallet jacks
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, design drawings, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications beneficial
Basic skill level in computer programs such as Microsoft Office is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Observes and follow all safety rules
Must be willing and able to work overtime as an extension to a normal workday or on weekends, as scheduled
Must read a tape measure, 6" scale, and a combination square or pose the ability to learn to read these measuring tools
Must read and comprehend blueprints
Must pass Hunter's D1.1 certification test
Must correctly fit and weld parts to be conforming to design drawing tolerances
Must supply own welding helmet (preferably with 2" X 41/4" lens), tape measure, and 6" scale
Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks
Examines welds for size, location, and conformance to design drawings and specifications
Repairs defective welds, broken or cracked metal objects, fills holes and builds up metal parts
Must perform layout, fit up, and tack weld workpieces
Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, spatter, and oxidation as required
Cleans or degreases parts
Must be able to use an oxy/acetylene torch or plasma cutting tool
Maintain the work area to sustain a clean and orderly environment
May train other operators
Other assignments as deemed appropriate by the supervisor.