Grade 7 Welders - 2nd shift
About The Position
Performs general structural welding using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) semi-automatic and automatic welding equipment. Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) also could be required. This position may also require work on any of the pieces of equipment in the plant and in any other classification. Receives job prints, work order and/or instructions from supervisor and proceeds with a minimum of supervision and direction. Perform set up and welding operations on all types of welding machines having strict inspection and test requirements. Set up fixtures; adjust and regulate machine to obtain best possible penetration, fill, weld quality and performance. Make compensating adjustments to allow for variations and conditions. Operate various types of equipment. Work is given process supervision and check; completed work is tested and inspected. Perform other work of similar of comparable nature incidental to the performance of the operation. Measure scribes, position, lay out materials, jigs or fixtures, etc., as necessary or directed to ensure completion of cycle, maintaining product quality. Assist new operators in learning the correct and safe operation of the equipment when required. Take care of machines, tools, equipment work areas, etc.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Ability to pass general aptitude/basic math skills test
- Ability to lift at least 35 lbs multiple times per day
- Must pass welding coupon test
- Must pass written welding test
Responsibilities
- Makes own set-ups including: Positioning of fixtures.
- Setting of proper welding heat and rate of travel of welding wire and work.
- Load machine with wire and wire reel.
- Change gas or add flux as required.
- Check set-up and completed parts to insure quality.
- Loads and unloads fixtures.
- Uses electrical or mechanical hoists as required.
- Directs the work of a helper when necessary.
- Removes slag from weld head.
- Directs the positioning and removal of parts and material in work area.
- Records the number of parts produced on time card and move ticket.
- Performs preventive maintenance, such as changing tips and adjustment of wire feed rolls.
- Checks job travelers for special instructions or notes BEFORE proceeding with job assigned.
- Performs housekeeping duties as necessary to keep work area safe, clean and in good order.
- Operator is required to read and write and do arithmetic calculations necessary to perform the job.
- Requires a knowledge of welding fundamentals.
- Required to read blueprints and maintain tolerances as shown on prints.
Benefits
- a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- wellness programs
- health savings account
- health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
- company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
- supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
- optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
- adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
- commuter benefits
- parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
- paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year
- paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually
- 24 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
- tuition assistance
- business travel services
- employee discounts
- an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
