Welding Fabrication Specialist

Griswold Industries dba Cla-ValCosta Mesa, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Welding Fabrication Specialist performs precision hand welding using MIG, TIG, and ARC equipment, working to close tolerances and certifying work as requested. This role also involves occasional basic drilling and other related duties. The specialist is responsible for operating various welding machines and related production equipment, following blueprints and production specifications, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Requirements

  • Equivalent to high school graduation
  • Considerable experience, training, education, and/or certification as a combination welder, preferably within a related manufacturing environment
  • Able to operate all types of welding machines
  • Able to operate related production equipment including lathes, brakes, shears, saw cutters, grinders, and drill press
  • Considerable knowledge of all phases of welding including MIG, TIG, and ARC welding methods and processes
  • Able to read blueprints, layouts, and fittings
  • Able to communicate and work cooperatively with others
  • Able to follow oral and written instructions
  • Able to fabricate materials to specifications
  • Able to lay out and organize work
  • Requires safety shoes, appropriate clothing, and applicable government and company certification

Responsibilities

  • Operates Heliarc, ARC, and MIG welding machines in accordance with Fab Shop procedures and plant specifications
  • Follows blueprints, production drawings, production procedures, and instructions
  • Confers with various departmental representatives to verify engineering plans, drawings, and specifications
  • Performs hand burning and gas welding
  • Repairs welds and structural welds
  • Cleans shop and maintains work areas and equipment
  • Operates drill press, occasionally, with instruction from supervisor
  • Sets up, operates, and adjusts related production equipment as needed, including hand brake, sheet metal shears, grinder, lathe, saw cutter, and hand tools
  • Regular punctuality, attendance, and absence reporting in conformance with company policies is essential to the successful performance of this position
  • Fully comply with company rules, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure safe and effective operations

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

101-250 employees

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