Welder 1st shift

WESTERMAN INC•Bremen, OH

2d•$23 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder sets up and operates advanced welding equipment, applying expertise to solve problems, eliminate scrap, rework, and downtime, and repair defective products. Repair work must meet acceptable appearance and high-quality standards, and all work must be completed to specification. The role requires a self-motivated, multitasking individual with a strong work ethic who helps ensure quality standards are met. Westerman, Inc. manufactures production and storage equipment for the oil, gas, and nuclear industries. The company’s equipment supports well pad design and separation and processing operations.

Requirements

At least 2 years of welding experience.
Basic safety training.
Intermediate math skills and the ability to read a tape measure.
Firm understanding of volts and amps and the ability to adjust them as needed.
Basic data-entry skills for maintenance breakdown calls.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work-order instructions, and weld symbols, and operate the tools required for the position.
Ability to understand and follow quality policies and procedures and detect defects.
Troubleshooting skills.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to the entire shift.
Ability to exert moderate to heavy physical effort and lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong range of motion and ability to sit, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend.
Ability to see, speak, hear, read instructions and measuring devices, and use fingers and hands to manipulate tools and small parts.
Ability to walk over even and uneven surfaces and work in extreme hot and cold temperatures.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and access all areas of the plant and grounds.
Ability to work in tight quarters and crawl in and out of vessels.
In some work situations, ability to use close vision, depth perception, see small details, and adjust focus.
Ability to safely operate an electric and pneumatic grinder.
Successful completion of pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Plan details of work procedures.
Inspect finished products for completeness and conformance with quality assurance procedures.
Safely operate advanced-level welding equipment.
Set up, troubleshoot, and make advanced adjustments to welding machines to maintain production and quality.
Participate in improvement planning, including modifying welding procedures to increase safety, efficiency, and quality.
Follow all safety policies and procedures.
Clock into production jobs consistently and maintain production averages at or above expected standards.
Coordinate and communicate effectively with all departments.
Perform other duties as assigned.