Welder Grade 7 - 2nd Shift

Dover Corporation•Madison, IN

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs general structural welding using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) semi-automatic and automatic welding equipment. Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) also could be required. This position may also require work on any of the pieces of equipment in the plant and in any other classification.

Requirements

Must be able to lift 35 lbs repeatedly – a minimum of 2 times per day.
Ability to pass general aptitude/basic math skills test
Ability to lift at least 35 lbs multiple times per day
Must pass welding coupon test
Must pass written welding test
Requires a knowledge of welding fundamentals.
Required to read blueprints and maintain tolerances as shown on prints.
Operator is required to read and write and do arithmetic calculations necessary to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) also could be required.

Responsibilities

Makes own set-ups including: Positioning of fixtures. Setting of proper welding heat and rate of travel of welding wire and work. Load machine with wire and wire reel. Change gas or add flux as required. Check set-up and completed parts to insure quality.
Loads and unloads fixtures.
Uses electrical or mechanical hoists as required.
Directs the work of a helper when necessary.
Removes slag from weld head.
Directs the positioning and removal of parts and material in work area.
Records the number of parts produced on time card and move ticket.
Performs preventive maintenance, such as changing tips and adjustment of wire feed rolls.
Checks job travelers for special instructions or notes BEFORE proceeding with job assigned.
Performs housekeeping duties as necessary to keep work area safe, clean and in good order.
Receives job prints, work order and/or instructions from supervisor and proceeds with a minimum of supervision and direction.
Perform set up and welding operations on all types of welding machines having strict inspection and test requirements.
Set up fixtures; adjust and regulate machine to obtain best possible penetration, fill, weld quality and performance.
Make compensating adjustments to allow for variations and conditions.
Operate various types of equipment.
Measure scribes, position, lay out materials, jigs or fixtures, etc., as necessary or directed to ensure completion of cycle, maintaining product quality.
Assist new operators in learning the correct and safe operation of the equipment when required.
Take care of machines, tools, equipment work areas, etc.

Benefits

a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
medical, dental and vision insurance
wellness programs
health savings account
health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
commuter benefits
parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
paid time off
11 paid holidays per calendar year
paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually
24 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
business travel services
employee discounts
an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services