Welder

About the role

At Thunderbird, the collaborative relationship with our parent and partner companies allows us to better serve our customers – now and in the future. The Thunderbird family of American Manufacturing companies is driven by a mission to provide superior products and services, from prototype to delivery. Our dedicated leadership team's enduring vision is to hold and grow our companies to meet the higher needs of our global customers. We are guided by the unified pursuit of excellence, teamwork, and innovation. Thunderbird enables people to grow, companies to soar, and customers to succeed.

The Welder will be responsible for fabricating and welding complex components using advanced techniques and tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and comprehend blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering specifications to plan the fabrication process.
• Precisely measure, mark, and cut metal pieces using equipment such as plasma cutters, shears, and band saws.
• Fabricate components - lay out, fit, and assemble parts to create a larger component or structure. This may involve using machinery.
• Perform welding using various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Must be able to weld all types of metals including stainless.
• Perform quality checks to ensure the welds and fabricated parts meet strict specifications and safety standards.
• Clean, grind, and polish finished welds and surfaces for a smooth, high-quality finish.
• Perform routine maintenance on welding machines, hand tools, and other fabrication equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate protective gear to maintain a safe work environment.
• Use material handling equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to move parts and materials.
• Some travel will be required.

Requirements

• 2+ years of welding fabrication.
• Strong understanding of different welding processes and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to accurately interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and weld symbols is essential.
• Experience with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and metal fabrication machinery, including grinders, shears, and saws.
• Strong basic math skills are necessary for accurate measurements and layouts.
• Meticulous attention to detail is critical for ensuring the quality and precision of fabricated components and welds.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during the fabrication process.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy objects, standing for long periods, and working in potentially awkward positions.
• Collaborate effectively with other team members and communicate clearly.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and climbing ladders, may require working in hot, cold, awkward, or cramped conditions. Must be able to lift, carry, and manipulate heavy materials and tools, requiring significant upper body and core strength. The job can be active and demanding, requiring physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks and sustain effort for extended periods. Welders work with hazardous materials and equipment, exposed to moving parts, fumes, airborne particles, sparks, and glare. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory, including safety glasses, ear plugs, welding masks, gloves, and steel toed shoes.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching program.
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays