Internship

Graham Manufacturing•Batavia, NY

About The Position

The JR Welder performs all-position welding on a variety of structures and weldments in accordance with code requirements, alignment requirements, and dimensional specifications. The role requires basic knowledge of welding technology and basic welding experience, and the employee must fulfill ASME Section IX welding qualifications. The position reports directly to the Production Supervisor, Weld Shop, or their designate. The welder works from drawings, specifications, manuals, and codes to prepare and perform welding work, inspect welds, and meet Quality Assurance requirements. The work may involve assembling and positioning complex structures, preparing surfaces with welding tools, operating material-handling equipment, and using measuring tools to verify dimensions. The employee may instruct or guide assisting employees and participate in training less-classified welders and other department employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BOCES or trade school education supplemented by special study or on-the-job training to receive certification for all welding processes and procedures used on company products.
Basic knowledge of welding technology and basic welding experience.
Fulfill ASME Section IX welding qualifications.
Pass a proficiency test.
Ability to move items weighing up to 60 pounds for distances of up to 10 feet, as required.
Ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods, as required.
Wear appropriate protective gear and clothing as necessary.

Responsibilities

Set up welding equipment and obtain electrodes and other equipment needed for specified jobs or subassemblies, using drawings, specifications, manuals, and codes.
Investigate special welding instructions to meet Quality Assurance requirements.
Perform slag work and examine welds for bead size, penetration, and quality during continuous code welding and testing.
Visually inspect completed welds for bead size, penetration, and quality.
Assemble complex standard or special structures and weldments involving multiple parts and details using clamps, tack welds, jigs, fixtures, and turning rigs.
Prepare surfaces for welding using tools such as grinders, chippers, and arc-gouging equipment.
Operate material-handling equipment, including jibs, overhead cranes, and accessories, when required by the size or positioning of the work.
Use measuring tools such as straight edges, tape measures, and welding gauges to ensure proper weld dimensions.
Provide instruction and guidance to assigned assisting employees and participate in training welders and other employees of lesser classification as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor, Weld Shop, or their designate.