Welder - 1st Shift (Temp to Hire)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Welder - Level I:
  • Ability to MIG or TIG weld, flat and horizontal position
  • Ability to load and unload a robotic welder
  • Read and understand part drawing and engineering prints
  • Use current Manufacturing software accurately (Epicor)
  • Inspect parts as directed by the job inspection level
  • Follows start of JOB and SHIFT inspections
  • Follows in process inspection requirements and documents to policy and procedures
  • Ability to inspect part to confirm a good or bad weld
  • Operate forklift, crane and other material handling operations as required
  • Consistently exhibits all desired company behaviors and follows company policies, including 5S, Safety and Continuous Improvement
  • Follows quality policies/standards/procedures
  • Complete MECR forms [Manufacturing/Engineering Change Request] for standard verification
  • Working knowledge of sheet metal and weld characteristics [penetration, welding settings, etc.]
  • Ability to read and comprehend prints and drawings per level of work
  • Ensure the overall cleanliness and safety of the immediate work area, as well as surrounding areas
  • Always provide outstanding internal and external communications
  • Ability to provide support and assistance to other employees and departments as requested
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures
  • Professionally communicate with other employees, managers, and other Company employees
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others to understand, conceptualize, collaborate, and execute work assignments
  • Ability to adhere to ISO standards
  • Ability to follow quality guidelines and procedures while performing inspections on produced parts through use of precision measuring and gauging equipment
  • Perform secondary welding / grinding as required
  • Ability to sustain a solid level [Competent] or better performance by meeting productivity and efficiency standards
  • Perform at a Solid/Full Rating
  • Meeting requirements in all key responsibilities [safety, quality, productivity, efficiencies, etc.]
  • Ability to work overtime as needed
  • Regular, reliable, and consistent attendance
  • Additional duties as assigned
• Welder - Level II:
  • All of Level I essential duties and responsibilities
  • MIG and TIG weld in all positions
  • Set up MIG/TIG Weld
• Welder - Level III:
  • All of Levels I and II essential duties and responsibilities
  • Performing at a rating of exceeding for all key responsibilities of a Level 2 [safety, quality, productivity, efficiencies, etc.]
  • Program and perform preventative maintenance on the robots
  • Set up robots [change fixtures, load programs]
  • Make minor robot program adjustments
  • Train others for Level I and II essential duties and responsibilities

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to efficiently use ERP systems
• Ability to be certified in American Welding Society – AWS certification [not all customers require certification] and MIG Certs (D1.1 and D1.3) within two months of hire

Education and Experience

• Minimum requirements for Welder – Level 1: High school diploma or general education degree [GED]. 1 year of vocational training or 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Lead Requirements: Minimum 3 years’ experience in: MIG, TIG, and Finishing welding. Ability to prioritize and assign work to other welders. Demonstrated experience in process and personnel improvement activities.

Physical Job Requirements

• Frequent and Sustained Walking
• Frequently Bending
• Frequently Stooping / Squatting – Occasionally
• Frequent and extensive use of hands and arms
• Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. – Occasionally
• Push/Pull up to 50 lbs. – Occasionally
• Reach at or above shoulders – Occasionally
• Reach at or below shoulders – Occasionally
• Sitting – Occasionally
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Job Duties

• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.