Fabrication Associate I - Welder Plus $1.25 shift differential POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the forming, cutting, sharpening, piercing, welding, and/or the painting of fabricated materials for the use of a final product. SKILL (Education, Experience, Initiative, and Ingenuity) Must possess a welding certificate from outside entity (i.e. technical school, college, welding program) Must have actively welded in the last year Welds are subject to visual and integrity test prior to selected candidate being hired 1-2 years' experience in area assigned to (Painting, Welding, Fabrication) Ability to read and understand blueprints Ability to work independently Good understanding of basic shop math and measuring techniques Expertise with basic hand tools, air tools, gages and torque wrenches EFFORT (Physical Demand, Mental or Visual Demand) Must have excellent natural or corrected vision Job cannot be performed alternating sitting and standing Requires ability to reach overhead, lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly, be on feet for long hours, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing Must be capable of working independently using initiative and problems solving skills RESPONSIBILITY (Equipment or Process, Material or Product, Safety of Others, Work of Others) Responsible for own product quality, proper measuring techniques, and tool use and care Evaluates and performs basic troubleshooting, and obtains support from supervision, and engineering as needed May periodically provide input to supervision, engineering, and quality groups relative to product improvement Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements Performs other tasks as may be requested to assure the effective and continuous utilization of assets Read and understand moderately complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and schematics Perform other duties as assigned. Welding: Performs moderately complex welding operations Utilizes a variety of welding equipment, ensuring all safety measures are used May be exposed to extreme temperatures and performs work in a confined area Moves parts in and out of Welding area JOB CONDITIONS (Working Conditions, Hazards) May use hazardous chemicals Safety shoes and safety glasses are required Hearing protection is required