Welder - Day Shift

About the role

Built to connect Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety rules and perform work at a quality level
• Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project
• Participate in process and product development and improvement programs
• Accurately inspect metal prior to welding to ensure clean welds
• Perform grinding operations that comply with Astec’s standards
• Ability to perform grinding and be able to pass a required welding skills test
• Necessary to be able to do all Grinder tasks
• Must be able to safely perform gang-welding techniques (dos and don'ts)
• Must be able to safely weld vertical, flat, and overhead with both MiG and stick
• Must inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and acceptability and clean welds to presentable state (grinding operations)
• Must work with Fitters on proper assembly of equipment
• Keep work area clean and neat
• Clock in on assigned jobs as appropriate
• Ensure welding machine settings are appropriate for work to be performed
• Must be able to safely use cranes and forklifts
• Must be trained in and know PPE requirements for welding including hood and filter shades and arm/body protection
• Must be able to read and understand weld symbols
• Must maintain welding machines by keeping them clean and changing liners in the welding guns
• Follows company policies and procedures at all times
• Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 0-1 Year of Welding experience required
• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience preferred
• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open/close programs/files
• Knowledge and ability to perform all Grinder tasks required
• Ability to properly and safely MiG weld, stick weld, and arc gouging required
• Ability to read and understand weld symbols required

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

None

Culture and Values

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success