Welder I - 1st shift

Nortek Air Solutions•Okarche, OK

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager and/or Supervisor of Manufacturing Operations, uses various welding processes to weld, repair, and/or join metal components holding shop standards. Produces a quality product in a timely manner that conforms to all written practices. Reports any malfunctions or abnormalities and makes minor adjustments to equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts which requires the use of protective gear to ensure safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience (W1), or equivalent combination of technical school, on-the-job training and work experience in welding experience .
Ability to pass a welding test and a ttention to detail .
Good math skills are preferred to interpret drawings and specifications.
Able to lift and/or move heavy objects/components, frequently up to 25lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work in repetitive motions and pressure involving fingers, hands, and wrists.
Able to stand for prolonged periods on a concrete floor.
Able to walk, reach with hands and arms, push, pull, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
Must have demonstrated ability to communicate (speak, read, write) in English.
Able to work independently and with others.

Nice To Haves

Completion of some secondary/trade school technical and/or general business course is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for welding metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to shop blueprints, SOE’s, OMS’s, to AWS specifications.
Welding processes will include GMAW, TMAW, Arc Stud Welding, and Resistance Welding.
Cuts metal using oxy-acetylene, plasma cutter, or grinding discs following shop blueprints .
May be required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards of AWS.
May operate the following: Shear, Chop Saw, Crane, Die Grinder, Notcher, Drill Press, Grinder, Bandsaw, Forklift, and Iron Worker.
Work in a safe and efficient manner.
Utilization of lean practices to improve processes and sustain good housekeeping.
Must be able to wear protective gear and equipment.
Maintains an attitude which consistently represents the organizational culture, including: the mission, vision and core attributes
Other ad hoc duties as assigned by manager
Supports “Lean Business Enterprise” initiatives for continuous process improvement and waste elimination.