Welding Apprentice I 1st and 3rd Shifts

Hyspan Precision Products•Cookeville, TN

About The Position

This position is responsible for welding, inspection, and maintaining weld qualifications. Entry-level and experienced welders cross-train on all operations in the group, including brazing, laser marking, deburring, and assembly. The salary range does not include a $1.00-per-hour shift differential for the third-shift position. Flexial is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace, described as a rapidly growing employee-owned company.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical specifications, common business documents, and industry publications.
Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints from manufacturing personnel.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inferences, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportion to practical situations.
Ability to apply logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems and work with nonverbal symbolism such as formulas, equations, and graphs.
Organized self-starter with good reasoning skills.
Ability to work under general supervision and take direction.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds continuously, 50 pounds occasionally, or up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Basic personal computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.
Ability to pass an annual eye exam per QP400.

Nice To Haves

Experience in multifunctional and product development teams.
Experience in a multi-shift manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Perform welding and inspection and maintain weld qualifications.
Cross-train on group operations, including brazing, laser marking, deburring, and assembly.
Follow directions and work independently as appropriate.
Learn welding skills, progress to different levels, and troubleshoot basic welding issues.
Use basic measurement tools and interpret blueprints and welding process specifications.
Communicate and work effectively with other employees.
Maintain efficiency and quality requirements.
Report non-conforming material to the team leader immediately.
Comply with applicable quality and governmental standards, including ISO 9000, AS 9100, ITAR, and ISO 14001.
Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with corporate policy and OSHA standards.
Pass an annual eye exam per QP400.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor or manager.