Welder

TriEst Ag Group•Williamston, NC

55d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team! JOB SUMMARY: First-shift welding position responsible for permanently joining metal parts and/or assemblies together using (MIG) and/or (TIG) welding applications to form a permanent bond.

Requirements

Required experience: High School Diploma/GED
Ability to read, write, and general comprehension
Ability to use measuring equipment and read blueprints and schematics
Previous welding experience preferred
Experience with (MIG) and (TIG) welding
Basic computer usage knowledge

Nice To Haves

Additional sheet metal fabrication experience a plus
Vocational training in lieu of experience would be considered
General knowledge of at least one of the following desired: Mechanical and/or Manufacturing / Production processes

Responsibilities

Operates safety equipment and uses safe work habits while performing job function
Work in a safe and efficient manner
Clamps, holds, tack-weld, grind, or bolts component parts to obtain required configuration and position for welding
Welds components in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions
Sets up and operates welding equipment for most efficient operation
Operates welding equipment to join metal components together using processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), also known as tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding and gas metal arc welding (GMAW), sometimes referred to as metal inert gas (MIG) welding
Monitors the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts, warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of materials
Examines work pieces for defects and measures work pieces with straight edges, templates, and/or tape measure to ensure conformance with order specifications and/or drawings
Recognizes set up requirements and operates hand and power tools common to the welding trade such as grinders, belt sanders, clamps, vises, pull-bars, etc.
Position, align, lay out, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly using straight edges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
Uses caution to avoid damaging the parts and/or equipment
Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, welding method, and sequence of operation
Keep machine clean and in good working order
Keeps up with routine machine maintenance according to manufacturer’s recommendations
Inspects or measures work, using rule, gauges, calipers and templates
Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures and practices
Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment
Maintain daily time records
Other job duties as assigned by supervisor