Welder

Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for manual welding of high-quality parts, subassemblies, and finished products in a manufacturing environment. Weldments vary in type, size, and constructions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Set up and manually MIG weld using Lincoln and Miller welders.
• Produce parts per print and labor standards to achieve production goals.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure the correct head size, length, and location for each weldment.
• Repair bad welds.
• Metal finish weldments to remove any burrs, scratches, ink, or weld spatter.
• Perform first‑piece inspections verifying weldment is per print.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area to support 5S initiative, personal and environmental safety goals, and accomplish quality production.
• Follow safety regulations and observe environment to ensure safe working conditions are present and correct issues that need attention.
• Participate in cross‑training throughout welding department and demonstrate an interest and flexibility in learning and working with others.
• Communicate with co‑workers to maintain required production line flow.
• Operate saws, ironworker, and drill presses.
• May perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Other Experience and Qualifications

• Preferred: 2 years of experience of welding in a manufacturing industry or equivalent.
• Ability to read inspection equipment; i.e., tape measure, protractor, and square.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, work instructions, and fixture information.