WELDER

Atlas Machine And Supply•Louisville, KY

23d•$20 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Atlas Machine & Supply, Inc., is seeking a skilled Welder to join our Louisville, Ky team in the Steel Services Division! This position fabricates or repairs metal parts by welding, brazing, cutting and metal spraying, using Mig, Tig, Stick, Oxyacetylene, Submerged Arc welding and spraying equipment by applying their welding knowledge and skills to complete the assignments. The shift details are: First shift: Monday - Thursday - 5:00am - 3:30pm one week, and Tuesday - Friday the next. This allows a 4-day weekend, Friday - Monday, every other week. Here at Atlas, we believe that every individual should take full ownership and show respect to all employees, regardless of department or reporting structure. This core value is something we uphold every day. Key principles include: Cover and Move (Teamwork and Support), Simple (Clarity and Communication), Prioritize and Execute (Efficiency and Focus), and Decentralized Command (Empowerment and Trust).

Requirements

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) High School is required.
Requires one to three years’ welding experience or combination of experience and education may be considered.
Must possess excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to interpret and understand blueprints, sketches, and written instructions.
Strong analytical skills are necessary including problem solving.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Position requires standing, sitting, squatting, twisting or stooping for long periods

Nice To Haves

Trade school training in welding is a plus.

Responsibilities

Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances before welding the work piece, establishing the sequence of operations and setting up requirements.
Measures, marks, and scribes' dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent welding
Calculates and sets controls to regulate welding factors such as rotation speed, travel speed, tip angle, preheat and post heat
Starts and observes welding operations to detect malfunctions and adjusts machine controls to the required adjustments
Collaborates with engineers, production staff, programmers, and other team members to troubleshoot and resolve welding or assembly issues.
Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment and tests operations of unit to ensure functionality and performance
Recommends plan of action based on their welding expertise as applicable
Operates overhead cranes to transport, set or move work assignments and other material handling equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.