Welder

SUMMARY: Fabricate and Weld structural metals with the proper materials to the correct dimensions, tolerances, and/or other specifications as defined on the work instructions.  This process will include applying fabricating and welding skills to produce company’s products, working independently or with others as part of a team, and requires the ability to coordinate and communicate.  A supervisor reviews work to ensure quality and accuracy.

As a faith-based organization rooted in biblical principles, we strive to reflect these values in our work, relationships, and decision-making. We expect all associates to learn, embrace, and actively model our core values through their actions, choices, and collaboration with others. This commitment is essential to sustaining our culture and achieving shared success.

This job description does not describe all the activities, duties, responsibilities, or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job.  Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the layout, assembly, and welding of various grating product lines by identifying the material and spacing requirements as defined by the work instructions.
• Communicate effectively and work well with others, including but not limited to, during shift changes.
• Review work instructions and identify the material, process, press, or machine needed to perform the work requirements.
• Safe operation and usage of overhead and jib cranes to assist in the movement and placement of grating panels.
• Safe operation and usage of various power tools, including but not limited to power saws, presses, grinders, cutting torches, band saws, cold saws, table saws, routers, and welders.
• Accurately complete all paperwork and transactions in the ERP system(Epicor) to properly manage inventory
• Fallow all operating procedures, process instructions, and safety procedures.
• Set up welder wire, weld wire, and gases to correct parameters to ensure visually acceptable fillet welds.
• Conduct visual weld inspections to identify faulty welds, and recognize and immediately report to supervision all quality issues.
• Keep personal and common work areas clean and organized.
• Perform other duties and cross-train as assigned by the supervisor.

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, PROFICIENCIES: REQUIRED: In addition to a required High School diploma or equivalent, the following skills or experience are required: prior fabrication experience such as crane operation, metal processing, material handling equipment experience, and various hand power tools. The candidate must also be able to read and understand standard units of measure add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide by 1Os and 100s without using a calculator. PREFERRED: MIG Welding, Oxy/Fuel Torch, plasma cutting torch experience with Carbon, Stainless Steel, and/or Aluminum; AWS certifications in D1.1, D1.5, D1.6, and/or D1.2; know Welding 101, weld symbols and how to use filet weld gauges; experience with complex fit up and fixturing; the ability to read, comprehend and interpret blueprint drawings and demonstrated (project) troubleshooting experience; demonstrate an aptitude for attention to detail; work effectively with other team members and possess written and verbal communication skills.

EEO STATEMENT: Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected under local, state, or federal laws.