Welder - Apprentice

Bruno Independent Living Aids • Oconomowoc, WI

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About The Position

The Welder Apprentice develops entry-level skills to perform GMAW welding on a diversified line of standard weldments, using American Welding Society (AWS) welding symbols. The apprentice learns to set up, fit, and position multi-part weldments and use welding fixtures and jigs where applicable. Work is performed from blueprints and job layouts and involves measuring equipment and gauges. Welds are subject to first- and final-piece inspections under AWS D1.1 visual inspection requirements. The role also includes using hand grinders and dynafiles to remove weld splatter and sharp edges from metal materials. Work covers a variety of manufactured parts, most made from thin-gauge material.

The position is based in a modern production facility with heat and air conditioning. Physical demands include standing for up to 100% of the time, occasional reaching at or above shoulder level and climbing or standing on an elevated step or ladder, and regularly lifting up to 30 pounds. The role also involves intermittent lifting of 30 to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of 50 to 70 pounds with assistance.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, blueprints, and AWS welding symbols.
• Ability to complete standardized written documentation and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate professionally in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Ability to perform basic electronic tasks using computer software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use measuring tools and hand, air, and electric tools.
• Ability to stand for up to 100% of the time; occasionally reach at or above shoulder level and climb or stand on an elevated step or ladder.
• Ability to maneuver, stand, sit, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach, and twist while performing job duties.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly, 30 to 50 pounds intermittently, and 50 to 70 pounds occasionally with assistance.
• Ability to operate equipment up to 15 feet in the air to retrieve products or tools.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate welding machines to meet weld test requirements.
• Read measuring tools, including a tape measure and combination square.
• Operate hand tools, air tools, and electric grinders.
• Read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and AWS welding symbols.
• Perform GMAW welding assignments and metal-finishing tasks to complete daily projects while maintaining quality standards.
• Use welding fixtures and jigs where applicable to fit and position weldments.
• Remove weld splatter and sharp edges from metal materials using hand grinders and dynafiles.
• Complete first- and final-piece inspections in accordance with AWS D1.1 visual inspection requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed