GMAW/Mig Production Welder

Cornerstone Building Brands•Lexington, TN

57d•$22

About The Position

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a motivated and experienced production welder to join our team! This position engages in the full scope of MIG weld processes on a variety of structural steel including (but not limited to) rigid frame columns, rafters, pipe, beam canopy rafters, small parts, clips, and special assemblies. Welded parts may include thin gauge, painted, or galvanized material. The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of welding techniques and have a high attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off on day one and mentorship support to ensure successful team member growth and development. Overtime is anticipated with this full-time, direct hire opportunity.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
A minimum of one (1) year of experience welding in a production environment or valid welding certification
Ability to read blueprints and drawings
Ability to obtain and maintain CWB and AWS welding certification in accordance with Cornerstone Building Brands welding procedures
Comfort and familiarity with power hand tools
Willingness to train, certify, and operate forklift and overhead crane
Ability to work effectively to meet deadlines
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
General mathematical knowledge and proficiency with basic measuring instruments

Nice To Haves

Experience with a forklift and/or overhead crane operation a plus

Responsibilities

Knows and understands all safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and about a manufacturing environment
Responsible for coordination of welder settings, gun speed/travel and gas flow with observed condition of bead
Ability to read a tape measure and blue prints to shop standard
Ability to decide when adjustment or gun manipulation needs to be altered
Ability to decide how much and what repairs to make for pin holes and burn through caused by auto welder
Ability to train and teach proper welding procedures in accordance with manufacturing job procedures
Ability to operate overhead crane and other lifting equipment
Responsible for holding bead to specified shape, size and penetrations while maintain the quality of the product
Responsible for keeping numerical and alphabetical sequences correct
Maintains continuous improvement practices in work area
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear