General Helper - Weld (1st Shift)

TriMas Corporation•El Cajon, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The General Helper - Weld performs manual manufacturing tasks requiring moderate physical exertion, including some heavy lifting, pulling, and pushing. The role assists other workers, helps fit and planish parts, supports flatbed welder setup, and performs other assigned duties. This position is on-site at the El Cajon, California location four days per week and is listed as hourly, full-time, and first shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Prior work experience in industry or welding school.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, drawings, safety rules, and operating instructions.
Knowledge of how to use motor-driven tools.
Ability to operate an overhead crane.
Ability to pass the examination required for Industrial Truck Safety (forklift) certification.

Responsibilities

Clean parts with acetone prior to welding.
Help fit parts before welding, including fitting duct weldments, and work with the welder.
Load and unload Rockwell Collins shells and domes.
Planish welds on cones, cylinders, and flat sheet stock.
Lift and hold parts safely in position.
Operate a forklift and overhead crane safely.
Maintain a clean shop and clean welding machines.
Remove burrs and sharp edges using abrasive materials and hand tools such as drills, countersinks, files, scrapers, and wire brushes.
Operate air-motor-driven deburring equipment with emery or crocus cloth discs and sleeves, as well as other abrasives; use bench grinders and other machines.
Perform other duties as needed.