Welder

Great Dane LLC • Huntsville, TN

46d • $22 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Performing general welding assignments for any/all areas of the plant to support the production goals. Duties include but are not limited to those described below.

Requirements

• Employee must be able to use pneumatic power tools and equipment of all types.
• Employee must be able to accurately read a tape measure.
• Employee must be able to perform and remember how to perform multiple tasks from day to day.
• Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
• Employee must look for potential cost savings in the work process, help keep scrap and waste to a minimum and be efficient in the use of all supplies.
• The employee must perform the assigned tasks in a way they meet or exceed the required production level.
• The quantity of units, parts, assemblies and/or installations expected will vary with the process performed, customer specification, volume, and location.
• Welder must inspect his/her product as instructed by standard operating procedures.
• Ability to do heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) multiple times daily in an 8-to-12-hour shift.
• Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8- 12 hours a day.
• Ability to see, walk, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb (including ladders), work overhead, push, and pull.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 180 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and other measuring tools.
• Ability to work with hands and to work in mechanically oriented situations following supervisor’s instruction.
• Aptitude to learn and retain latest information.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing orders.
• Ability to follow instructions, given either verbally or in writing.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and other measuring tools.
• Ability to work with hands and to work in mechanically oriented situations following supervisor’s instruction.

Responsibilities

• Ability to weld on a flat, curved, or vertical surface.
• Ability to set a welding machine, including the gas, volts, amps, and wire speed.
• Ability to weld in a variety of positions, particularly overhead.
• Be able to make minor adjustments to the welding equipment as needed.
• Properly load raw materials, parts, etc., into the welding machine.
• Removes work pieces and scrap from machines.
• Files, grinds, or scrapes sharp edges, burrs, scales, or rust from work pieces.
• Hammers out bent or warped spots in metal.
• Sorts, marks, tags finished work.
• Transports material or signal crane operator to move materials.
• Compares work piece with straight edge or template to verify conformance to specifications.
• Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Performs other routine duties as needed.

Benefits

• Two weeks paid vacation
• +$.50/hour night shift premium
• Wages from $22.25/hour to $27.00/hour
• Available overtime
• Competitive compensation
• Benefits include dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions.
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation

What This Job Offers

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