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Whelan Machine is a mission-critical supplier of high-precision machining for the U.S defense industrial base. We offer quarterly incentive pay and the opportunity to work in our new and improved 70,000-square foot facility!
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Scope:A welder assembles, repairs, and fabricates metal structures using specialized welding techniques while adhering to safety and quality standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings to understand project specifications.
Measuring, cutting, and shaping metal components using hand tools, plasma cutters, and metal cutting machines.
Applying welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, Stick, and arc welding to join metal parts.
Setting up, operating, and maintaining welding equipment safely and efficiently.
Inspecting and testing welds to ensure compliance with design requirements, safety standards, and structural reliability.
Applying knowledge of metallurgy and material properties to select appropriate welding methods.
Maintaining a clean and safe work environment, following OSHA and other safety protocols.
Collaborating with other trades such as electricians, general laborers, and engineers on projects.
**Reporting Relationships: **Operations Manager
**FLSA Status: **Non-Exempt
**Requirement: **Must be a US Citizen
**Required Skills and Qualifications: **
**Certifications: **Professional credentials from recognized organizations like the American Welding Society (AWS), including Certified Welder (CW).
**Experience: **Hands-on welding experience from previous jobs or apprenticeships is required.
High Proficiency in aluminum TIG welding.
**Technical Skills: **Proficiency in various welding techniques, blueprint reading, and metal fabrication.
**Safety Awareness: **Knowledge of safety protocols and use ofpersonal protective equipment.
Personal Traits: Attention to detail, steady hand, patience, and the ability to adapt to changing workconditions.
**Work Experience: **At least 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
**Education: **High school diploma or equivalent;additionaltechnical training or certifications a plus.
Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee sits, stands, uses hands, arms and fingers to perform routine task. Normal vision and hearing and the ability to communicate effectively to others in person or via written communication (in English) is needed. Basic business math skills are required. This position will usually be worked in the warehouse which may occasionally have various odors and noise emanating from the warehouse. This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with this job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to increase or decrease the scope of responsibilities when circumstances dictate, as determined by the owners.