Fitter/Welder I

Getman Corporation.•Bangor, MI

7d•$0 - $27

About The Position

The Fitter/Welder I lays out, fits, and fabricates metal components to assemble structural forms, including machinery frameworks and related components. The role uses knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements and performs proceduralized and complex tasks under general supervision or with little to no supervision. The position requires welding and fabrication experience, CWB Welding Certificates, the ability to interpret prints and welding specifications, and experience with specified welding processes and equipment. The work also includes maintaining equipment and a clean work area, training novice welders as needed, and providing prompt and regular attendance. Getman Corporation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process.

Requirements

One-year certificate from a college or technical school, three to five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
CWB Welding Certificates are a strict requirement.
Three to five years of hands-on experience welding and fabricating parts for jigs, fixtures, and automated equipment.
Ability to read and lay out parts from complex prints and plan work procedures.
Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the appropriate welding process.
Ability to use hand tools such as grinders, hammers, screwdrivers, vise clamps, fixtures, and jigs.
Ability to work from verbal instructions, prints, or work orders.
Basic mathematics and arithmetic reasoning skills.
Good hand-eye coordination and ability to conduct an accurate visual inspection of a complete weld.
Ability to bend, stoop, and crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Experience with FCAW, MCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and related technical terms.
Experience with welding and torch cutting.
Strong mechanical aptitude, self-management, attention to detail, and time-management skills.
Flexibility to change tasks quickly, ability to work well with affiliate team members, and excellent communication skills.
Good attitude and attendance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with an overhead crane and jib hoist.

Responsibilities

Perform proceduralized and complex tasks with the appropriate degree of supervision.
Use skill and dexterity in metal welding and perform all functions of the basic welder classification.
Read and interpret blueprints, welding process specifications, diagrams, schematics, and Weld Procedure Data Sheets (WPDS).
Use semi-automatic welding equipment and processes including GTAW, MCAW, GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW.
Prepare broken parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces and drilling holes at the ends of cracks.
Operate manual or flame-cutting equipment when necessary.
Adjust welding equipment to match WPDS parameters and weld in flat, horizontal, or vertical positions.
Repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes as needed.
Set up welding machines, select appropriate fixtures, identify weld schedules, prepare surfaces, and weld parts.
Identify welding problems to reduce quality errors.
Position and clamp work pieces or assemble them in a jig or fixture; tack accessories to main structures as needed.
Use and read tape measures to 1/16 of an inch.
Train novice welders as needed.
Keep the work area clean, neat, and orderly.
Perform autonomous maintenance on machines when applicable.
Perform additional cross-functional duties as assigned by the department supervisor.
Maintain prompt and regular attendance.