Welder-Jackson-Weekend shift (Friday-Sunday 5am-5pm)

Greenbrier • Jackson, MS

268d

About The Position

The Welder 1 position is responsible for performing quality welding of parts and fixtures in the railcar manufacturing process. This position visually inspects weld work and makes repairs performing basic manual and semi-automatic welding processes and assembles parts or attaches fixtures railcars using various equipment such as welding machines, torches, and hand tools.

Requirements

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Ability to complete and pass weld qualifications testing after attending company provided weld training

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience using a manual or semi-automatic arc welder
• Experience operating a forklift or overhead crane
• Experience working in a production environment
• Ability to learn to operate a forklift and overhead crane and complete certifications required through company training

Responsibilities

• Fits, aligns, and clamps work, usually in fixtures, to prepare for welding steel
• Performs basic manual or semi-automatic arc welding of railcar parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies on production line
• Follows job orders including Weld Procedure Sheets while at the production line workstation
• Visually inspects work, repairs defective welds, and performs minor repairs
• Ensures that safety and housekeeping standards are met and maintained
• Ensures that Personal Protective Equipment requirements are followed and maintained

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED