Welder 1

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate an overhead crane to maneuver parts safely into place
• Adjust welding leads, current, feed, and gas to proper weld configurations
• Cuts and forms metal parts and components using hand tools, torch or welding equipment
• Welds components in flat, vertical or overhead positions
• Accurately operate and read measuring devices
• Assembles and welds various metal parts together
• Properly position material/parts to be welded
• Train and work in various areas of production in response to production demands
• Follow verbal and written work instructions including ability to read drawing prints
• Attention to detail necessary to adhere to quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Work in both team and individual settings

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication, punching, shearing, cutting, forming, and assembly

Physical Demands

• Regularly stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Noise level in the work environment requires the use of earplugs
• Workplace safety is a primary concern and requires maintaining good housekeeping