Welder

Position Title: Welder

Summary

This position works under the direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor and alongside colleagues in the fabrication department to plan, prepare, and execute the fabrication of high-quality components.

Essential Job Functions

• MIG weld aluminum or stainless steel in flat, vertical, or horizontal positions at a certified level.

• TIG weld aluminum or stainless steel in flat, vertical, or horizontal positions at a certified level.

• Set up and operate welding machines with proficiency.

• Read and interpret blueprints with accuracy.

• Operate manufacturing equipment and tools, including:

  • Saws, shears, brake press, grinders, sanders, beveling tools, riveting tools, and rollers.

  • Leak testing, pressure testing, and LN2 shock testing.

• Perform material preparation and fit-up.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Competencies

• Consistent and reliable work ethic

• Strong listening skills

• Ability to follow instructions carefully

• High attention to detail

Experience, Education & Skills

• Vocational high school diploma or equivalent in metal fabrication.

• 26 years of manufacturing experience (preferably in metal fabrication).

• Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment.

• Ability to pass employer performance tests or meet certification standards of governmental, professional, or technical associations.

• Ability to travel up to 10% to customer sites.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Must be able to wear PPE including safety shoes, goggles, hoods with protective lenses, and other protective gear.

• Regularly required to stand; frequently use hands to handle tools or controls; climb or balance; occasionally walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Regularly lift/move up to 10 lbs; frequently lift/move up to 25 lbs; occasionally lift/move up to 50 lbs.

• Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Regular exposure to vibration; occasional work near moving mechanical parts, at heights, and with potential electrical shock risk.

• Work environment noise level is usually very loud.