Bench Welder/Fabricator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize production schedule, understand, and adhere to product acceptability requirements.
• Maintain consistent and accurate records and maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Read and interpret engineered drawings and welding symbols.
• Design and fabricate temporary welding fixtures for custom work when standard fixturing is not available.
• Utilize basic measuring tools such as tape measure, squares and protractors.
• Actively participate in Daily Communication Meetings reviewing Daily Safety, Quality, Delivery and Continuous Improvement actions.
• Ensure production schedule follow through as allocated by the scheduled department.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of welding cutting equipment and work area in accordance with company standards and manufacturers machine recommendations.
• Perform activities supporting the establishment of work center standards for process improvement.
• Perform First Piece Part Quality checks and facilitate work-order paper flow in accordance with Hussey Seating Company Quality Standards.
• Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures, Visual Workplace Standards, and ongoing Lean continuous improvement activities.

Competencies

• Strong understanding of operating basic metal shop equipment and tools.
• “Safety first” mindset
• Thorough understanding of how to read part and assembly drawings, evaluate finished products and perform quality checks.
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Team player with the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal teams
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

Education/Experience/Additional Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 10 years Welding/Fabrication operational knowledge and experience applying MIG

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, push and/or pull 1-50 lbs. frequently
• Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp and reach overhead frequently
• Sit, stand and walk for 1-10 hours per day
• Ability to work in 55 to 90 degree work environment
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required