Welder I

SHUR-CO LLC•Yankton, SD

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder I lays out, fits, and welds fabricated aluminum components. The role involves selecting equipment and planning layouts, assemblies, and welding; directing setup personnel in positioning and fitting components; and setting up equipment to weld parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, or gas welding equipment. The employee is responsible for assigned welding work, proper equipment care and machine settings, reporting component or machine nonconformance, and completing daily work records. The Welder I works with a setup assistant to gather assigned parts and components, assess welding jigs for needed maintenance adjustments, and use engineering drawings to produce components that meet assembly and dimensional requirements. Understanding and using these relatively simple drawings is an on-the-job-acquired skill. The job also requires following safety protocols, supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement, maintaining an organized work area, and collaborating with team members. The employee must be able to pass a forklift certification test and drive a forklift. The position is located in Yankton, South Dakota, and is scheduled Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Strong attendance and dependability, including reporting to work on time and completing assigned tasks accurately.
Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment and follow company policies and procedures.
Attention to detail and focus.
Ability to work collaboratively with team members to support productivity and operational efficiency.
Must be able to pass a forklift certification test and drive a forklift.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must follow safety directives and protocols.

Responsibilities

Select equipment and plan the layout, assembly, and welding of fabricated aluminum components.
Direct setup personnel in laying out, aligning, and fitting components together.
Set up welding equipment and weld parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, or gas welding equipment.
Complete welding tasks assigned by the department manager.
Care for welding equipment and maintain appropriate machine settings to optimize its operation.
Report component nonconformance or machine-function issues to the department manager.
Complete daily records documenting work tasks.
Use a setup assistant to optimize welding tasks, including gathering assigned parts and components.
Assess welding jigs to determine whether maintenance adjustments are needed.
Use engineering drawings to weld components that meet assembly and dimensional requirements.
Follow safety directives and protocols, and help identify potential hazards or violations.
Support quality assurance and continuous quality improvement.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment and collaborate with team members.
Perform other related duties as needed to meet organizational needs.