WELDER/FITTER

Columbia Industries, LLC•Starkville, MS

129d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for welding and fitting various materials according to blueprints and specific welding procedures. The role requires the ability to operate welding equipment, grinders, cutting torches, and other shop tools safely and efficiently. The Welder/Fitter will produce high-quality welds, maintain production output, and collaborate with team members. Key skills include blueprint interpretation, proficiency in various welding techniques (GMAC, FCAW, SAW, MIG), and the ability to fit components with tight tolerances. The role also involves understanding weld call outs, WPS, and reading tape measures and blueprints.

Requirements

3 years of experience preferred.
Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to read, write, comprehend instructions and effectively present information
Basic mathematic concepts
Common sense understanding of instructions
Regularly: Stand and ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Frequently: Walk and use hands to finger
Close, peripheral, depth, perception and ability to adjust and focus vision requirements

Nice To Haves

Preferred Certifications: FCAW
Training: Automated Welding Systems, API/ISO and Epicor.

Responsibilities

Able to decipher blueprints explaining how to weld together multiple materials
Welds according to GMAC, FCAW, and SAW procedures
Ability to use Cutting Torch and Grinder
Uses MIG welder to assemble fabricated metal products in an efficient manner to maximize production.
Operates the equipment in a safe manner and reports hazards associated with the equipment or its operators to the Safety Director and Maintenance Department.
Produces strong penetrated welds that are smooth, non-porous, and consistent.
Follows required procedures and uses appropriate jigs and fixtures to assist in the assembly process.
Maintains/produces a level of output that will minimize production delays.
Communicates effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow.
Assist other individuals in area when needed.
Provides expertise to other welders in fitting materials together for welding
Proficient in weld call outs and WPS
Proficient in tape measure reading
Ability to fit multiple components together with tight tolerances
Lays out, positions, and secures parts according to specifications
Sets up welding equipment and installs wires in machines
Ability to pass in house Level 2 weld /fit test
Knowledge of the welding process and equipment.
Ability to weld vertical, flat, and overhead welds with good penetration and a quality appearance.
Ability to operate a plasma cutter and acetylene torches.
Good communications skills relative to supervisor and other related departments.
Math skills including fractions and angles.
Ability to read tape measures and angle finders.
Ability to read blueprint drawings and cut lists.
Ability to lift 35 pounds.
Physical ability to work and weld in awkward positions such as kneeling, lying down, and overhead.
Ability to climb and work from a ladder.
Ability to operate various shop tools including power and manually operated wrenches.
Trained in forklift and overhead crane operation.
Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance
Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation
Respectfully takes direction from supervisor or manager
Wear personal protective equipment in the form of goggles and welding helmets with dark face plates, heavy leather gloves and protective long sleeve jackets