Welder, Intermediate - 1st Shift - Welding Dept.

Safety Statement:

This is a safety sensitive position.

Job Purpose:

Performs MIG welding.  Will be working in the metal shop department welding metal components together to fabricate or repair products, parts, etc. according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders.

Essential Functions:

•    Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products prior to welding.

•    Verifies conformance of work pieces to specifications using measuring instruments.

•    Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

•    Works under general supervision on duties and tasks that reflect substantial variety and complexity.

•    Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex technical problems and issues.

•    Attends regular scheduled safety meetings.

•    Utilizes PPE while performing welding operations to include an apron or front covering for torso protection.

•    Works overtime as assigned.

•    Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

•    At least two to three years of MIG welding experience or equivalent combination of experience and Trade School training.

•    Ability to read blueprints or layouts. 

•    Ability to multi-task

•    Must be able to use the tape measure. 

•    Must be able to pass a practical welding test.

•    Good communication skills, good basic mathematical skills, and good analytical abilities.  

•    Good teamwork skills, meet quality requirements, flexible, and able to meet and maintain performance standards.

•    Must be flexible with required working hours, including overtime.

•    Must be flexible within the department and willing to flex to other departments as needed.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds to shoulder level.  Occasionally bend and stoop.  Must be able to withstand a minimum of 8 to 10 hours standing on a concrete surface. Must wear applicable and proper protective equipment including, but not limited to: welding hood, protective eye and/or hearing equipment, and long sleeves to safely perform job duties. Will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, dust, heat, cold, gas, and/or fumes.  Must be able to adjust physically to normal plant environmental conditions (above moderate heat and cold) and to adapt quickly to physical applications requiring varying motor skills.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.