About the role
Job Summary
The Welder will be responsible for fusing metal components together using various welding techniques to fabricate or repair products according to specifications. The Welder will perform high-quality welds on a variety of metal components in a fast-paced production environment. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to quality and safety standards.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
* Performs various fabrication procedures such as, bending welding, and cutting gaskets or DJ strips for drawings or jobs. * Sets up, operates, and maintains machinery or hand tools used for cutting, forming or building industrial gaskets. * Pulls the appropriate Helix or Rib material for job orders and operates; Heliarc / gas welding equipment, Circle Shear machine, Bar Bending machine, portable hand grinder and Chop saw. * Cross trained to set up, operate and maintain Water Jet, Horizontal and Vertical Winding Machines equipment. * Interprets Job orders to determine product needed and completes reports or enters information in Syteline. * Inspect finished products for and conformance to specifications and quality standards, visually or using instruments. * Prepares orders for posting and submits finished product and paperwork to Packing/Shipping. * Receives and verifies incoming freight, maintains stock areas and prepares sales orders. * Detects and reports equipment, defective material, improper operations, and unusual conditions to Management. * Conducts physical count, maintains material inventory, and stocks material on shelf or rack location. * Assist in training new team members. * Uses forklift to transfer materials. * Successfully completes welding test for certification and Quality Assurance records. * Maintains a safe and clean work environment and pallet area. * Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills * Ability to understand and comprehend verbal or written instructions. * Ability to communicate in a clear manner. * Ability to read/understand all measurement notations on a measuring tape, including 1/32” and 1/16” reading marks. * Exercises proper usage and care of tools and equipment. * Ability to read calipers and micrometers. Education * Required: High school diploma, GED or equivalent. * Required: Must successfully complete Lamons yearly weld test certification. * Preferred: GTAW Welding Certificate. Work Experience * Required: Minimum of 1 year of welding experience. * Preferred: Previous hose experience. * Preferred: Previous Warehouse or fabrication yard or shop experience. Physical Requirements * Must be able to lift 40 pounds, independently and 60 pounds with assistance. * Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push and pull. * Continuous standing and/or walking. * Good eye/hand/foot coordination. * Good visual acuity * Availability in providing after hours and weekend “on call service” to customer base. * Ability to work in cold, hot and/or dusty environment, with noisy conditions. * Must be able to become forklift certified.