Skilled Welder

Vervic•Decatur, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture products to customer drawings and specifications. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Requirements

Ability to perform essential duties
High school education or GED
Minimum of two years in various forms of welding
Successful completion of an internal welding test

Responsibilities

Must be able to read and interpret drawings, follow routers and use simple math to perform basic calculations.
Must be proficient in welding techniques.
Must be able to perform wire and filler material applications for various steel alloys, aluminum and galvanized.
Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
Manually guides electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld and size of molten puddle.
Welds in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
Positions and clamps work pieces together or assembles them in jig or fixtures.
Chips off excess weld, slag and spatter.
Operates grinders and DA sanders to clean up/smooth welds.
Must be able to perform visual inspection and dimensional inspection using basic measuring tools.
Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations and instructions.
Update computer records and paperwork in accordance with production requirements.
Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on welders as required.
Operates a forklift to move parts in and move finished product out of welding area.
Maintain the work area in clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures.
Must have a working command of the English language and be able to communicate orally and in writing.
Perform all other duties, as assigned.