Welder

A-PA ACQUISITION LLC•Putnam, CT

10d•$18 - $100•Onsite

About The Position

This position will perform manufacturing duties with a particular expertise in welding operations. The role involves manufacturing product that meets quality requirements, inspecting and verifying work, and meeting time and schedule standards. The Welder will use a Tig welder to assemble fabricated metal products efficiently, ensuring they are held to tolerance and meet quality standards. They will also advise supervision of issues, make routine decisions, and communicate effectively with other workers. Additionally, the role involves identifying set-up reduction and Lean process opportunities, communicating them to the 6s team lead, and properly using the E2 management system. The Welder is expected to assume other responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Ability to weld thin gage material with a good penetration and a quality appearance
Ability to operate a Tig welder with Mig welding knowledge
Basic math skills
Ability to operate various shop tools including hand tool and rolls
Ability to read & understand blueprints and technical documents commensurate with machine operation
A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes and a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture
Organizational and time management skills
Self starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize work day/projects independently
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to use various inspection gages
Basic computer knowledge
Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Valid Driver’s License
MIG welding: 3 years (Required)
Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Responsibilities

Manufacture product that meets quality requirements. Inspect and verify work prior to submitting for inspection.
Meet time and schedule standards for assigned task
Keep equipment clean and maintain proper fluid levels
Use Tig welder to assemble fabricated metal products in and efficient manner to maximize production
Assemble, hold to tolerance and manufacture product that meets quality requirements, inspect and verify work prior to submitting for inspection
Return all fixtures and tooling upon job completion
Advise supervision of issues that arise
Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance
Communicate effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow
Identify set-up reduction opportunities and Lean process opportunities and communicate to proper 6s team lead
Properly use the E2 management system to meet all company standards
Assume other responsibilities as required
Meet the required delivery dates for all assigned jobs
Meet customer delivery requirements
Meet quality requirements of all assigned processes
Conduct all operations in a safe manner