Welding Technician II (WELD TEC)

Essential Functions

• Reads and interprets blueprints, build sheets, travelers, or other paperwork dictating product characteristics.
• Performs all welding procedures including machine settings, bottles, and necessary fittings.
• Sets up and performs MIG and TIG Welding operations.
• Uses a variety of hand tools including pneumatic tools such as die grinders and cutting wheels, electric grinders, pry bars, chisels, clamps, and others.
• Fabricates products through cutting, grinding, and welding methods.
• Utilizes measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, and “string checks” to ensure the product built is within quality tolerances.
• Grinds and cleans areas where required.
• Communicates effectively with team members, other departments, and customers.
• Maintains welding machines (tip, liner, changes, etc.) and welding vertical, horizontal, and overhead.
• Follows hazardous waste disposal program and fire prevention procedures.
• Complies with all health and safety programs.
• Maintains a neat and clean work area.

Competencies

• Innovation
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Problem-Solving Skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Work Environment

Manufacturing Plant Environment: 100% Personal Protective Equipment Recommended
Safety glasses, or prescription safety glasses that meet ANSI Z 87.1-2020
Hearing Protection that meets ANSI S 12.6-2016
Steel-toed shoes with anti-slip soles that meet ASTM F2413-2018
Safety Sensitive

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While Performing The Duties Of This Job
  The employee is regularly required to stand or walk;
  use hands to finger, handle or feel objects;
  reach with hands and arms;
  stoop, kneel, or crouch;
  stand for extended periods of time;
  lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

Required Education/Experience/Certifications

• Welding Certification, completion of a formal apprenticeship, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) or Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding experience.
• Experience in maintaining Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)/Metal Inert Gas Welding (MIG) welding machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and consistent.
• Understanding of safety standards and regulations in the automotive industry.
• Communication skills to work effectively with team members, other engineers, and customers.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Education/Experience/Certifications

• (AWS) American Welding Society Certification or equivalent certification.
• Welding experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry preferred.
• Bilingual: English/Spanish.