First Shift Welder/Fabricator

Monti • Greenwood, SC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Welder/Fabricator will assemble pieces of metal together or repair damage in metal components using heavy machinery that emits high heat, melting the metal into shape.

Requirements

• Knowledge of blueprint reading.
• Working knowledge of AWS and OSHA safety standards.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills (ex. addition, subtraction, multiplication, fraction/decimal equivalents).
• Mechanical inclination.
• Reliable and highly motivated.
• Great attitude and attendance.
• Steady hand.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal and written communication.
• Fit-up components and layout inspection.
• Read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Work well with others on a team.
• Solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Provide own tools (hand tools).
• Willingness to use protective clothing (ex. face shield, gloves, etc.)
• Willingness to have performance measured daily.
• Minimum 2-5 years of fabrication prior work experience.
• Experience welding sheet steel, stainless steel, and some aluminum with a high level of quality and efficiency.
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (ex. MIG, TIG).
• Ability to perform in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to successfully pass a weld test.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Welding school certification.
• Knowledge of brazing and press brake operations.
• Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints and drawings and takes or reads measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determines appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Sets up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Aligns components using calipers, rulers, etc., and clamps pieces.
• Welds components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.
• Tests and inspects welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws.
• Grinds and finishes parts.
• Operates welding equipment and other machinery in a safe manner.
• Maintains 6S (sort, set, shine, standardize, sustain, safety) standards in all work stations.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed