Welder II - pm shift

Terex Corporation•Ocala, FL

About The Position

Perform welds on components to exacting specifications as part of manufacturing large, custom, special-purpose vehicles, working within standard or accepted practices. Work from shop orders, specifications, prints, and instructions; prepare and review materials; position and clamp parts in fixtures; select welding parameters according to weld procedures; and fit, tack, and weld joints to meet dimensional, quality, and cosmetic requirements. Inspect and document work, maintain production workflow, and report equipment or operating problems. The role is accountable for weld quality, which is subject to inspection and quality tracking. It also supports safety, quality, lean practices, continuous improvement, teamwork, and training of new or transferring employees. The position may require flexibility to work in other areas and additional hours as needed.

Requirements

Basic welding knowledge, including experience or training in GMAW processes.
Knowledge of Lean methodologies.
Ability to read and understand basic assembly prints and weld symbols.
Ability to exert up to 40 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand for sustained periods, and walk to accomplish tasks.
Visual acuity to operate machinery, perform mechanical tasks, and operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Ability to work around hazards including moving mechanical parts and vehicles, electrical current, scaffolding and heights, high heat, and chemicals.

Responsibilities

Work from shop orders, specifications, prints, and instructions.
Review material and product requirements and ensure parts are cut and prepared as prescribed.
Set parts in assembly fixtures, position, lay out, and clamp them in the specified orientation to ensure dimensional accuracy.
Select welding parameters according to specified weld procedures; fit, tack, and weld joints using designated procedures and configurations to meet requirements for weld size, continuity, fill, distortion, and appearance.
Work with teams and follow instructions to contain heat and minimize unit distortion.
Manipulate large, heavy units as needed for efficient welding operations.
Visually and dimensionally inspect work, document it as required, and move it to the succeeding work area to maintain workflow.
Notify a supervisor of unusual equipment or operating problems.
Take responsibility for weld quality and cooperate with quality inspections and operator quality tracking.
Support training and orientation for new and transferring employees and report on results.
Perform or assist with other operations as required to maintain workflow or meet production requirements.
Follow safety rules, maintain safe operating conditions, report hazards and unusual conditions, use PPE and defect-free equipment, and maintain a clean and safe work area.
Check work for conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards; identify and segregate non-conforming product and assist with corrective and preventive actions.
Work flexibly in other areas and adjust lunch and breaks when workflow requires; work additional hours as necessary.
Participate in continuous improvement, Lean activities, 5S, visual management, kaizen events, and Lean certification programs; seek out work when assignments are complete and suggest improvements.
Attend and participate in meetings, training programs, and task force groups to communicate issues, resolve problems, and stay informed about equipment, processes, requirements, procedures, and policies.
Work constructively with others and support daily production assignments and improvement projects as a team player.
Work toward obtaining Bronze Lean Certification.
Provide team leadership and contribute ideas related to market share, profitability, and long-term business goals.