Welder/Fabricator

Hours: 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM M – F
      Overtime and travel as assigned

General Responsibilities:

• Joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.
• Interprets blueprints and specifications to determine appropriate welding process.
• Inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness.

• Under the directions of the Supervisor, will follow instructions and accept daily work assignments

Requirements:

• A high school degree or equivalency is required. A technical degree in welding or high school or postsecondary technical education coursework is preferred.
• Experience in MIG welding required. TIG welding is a plus. Work with steel and aluminum.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints
• Math skills including basic math, fractions, decimals, algebra and geometry.
• Ability to precisely read a tape measure

• Attention to detail to perform precise work, often with straight edges and minimal flaws. Ability to see details and characteristics of the joint and detect changes in molten metal flows.
• Must be able to operate manual or semiautomatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments.

• Ability to read and follow written and verbal standard operation and safety instructions.
• Aptitude to become proficient at using welding gages to indicate parts and verify dimensions of a work piece.
• Ability to complete assigned projects within required timeline
• Ability to cooperate with supervisors and accept instructions
• A positive attitude and willingness to work with all fellow co-workers
• Must maintain acceptable attendance and arrive at work early enough to be ready to work at the start of your shift.
• Follow safety procedures and reporting requirements, including participating in all required safety training.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites for system installations and warranty work

 Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand a minimum of 7.5 hours a day.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry parts from 5 to 45 lbs. Occasionally up to 60 lbs. Hoists are available.
• Frequent twisting, reaching, grasping and bending.
• Ability to see blueprints, measuring tools and paperwork. Ability to write to complete paperwork.

• Must have a steady hand to hold a torch in one place. Workers must also have good hand-eye coordination.