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Welder
Production | Full-Time | Hourly | On-Site | Waxahachie, TX
Why Join Us?
At Americase, our welders do not just join metal, they build precision transport and storage cases that protect mission-critical equipment for customers who depend on quality they can trust. If you take pride in clean, accurate weld work and want to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement, we would like to talk with you.
Summary/Scope of Role
Americase is seeking a skilled Welder responsible for the set-up and operation of welding machines and brazing applications. This role reports to the Production Operations Manager and is a key contributor to producing high-quality metal products and structures that meet client specifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include the following:
- Requires TIG welding on aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel. Aluminum is required; others prefer.
- Requires MIG welding on aluminum and mild steel.
- Ability to braze aluminum, steel, copper, and brass preferably.
- Interprets verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints and can read a tape measure.
- Familiarity with common hand tools and able to handle soft metals without scratches and dents.
- Sets up and operates gas welding machines to weld metal parts, regulating flow of gases for proper mixture.
- Sets up and operates all phases of brazing applications using clamps, fixtures, and torches, working to specified tolerances.
- Responsible for changing weld cups, electrodes, and other tooling to maintain quality and production standards.
- Produces and maintains metal products and structures according to client specifications.
- Cleans parts to remove contamination prior to welding.
- Follows all safety guidelines, including proper machine guarding and lockout/tagout procedures; maintains tools, gauges, and equipment in a clean, orderly, and safe manner.
- Collaborates with a team and provides solutions for work productivity.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Skills
- Oral Communication Skills
- Reading Skills
- Written Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Technical Communication
- Blueprint Reading
- Mechanical Aptitude
Education/Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Prior welding experience is helpful.Â
Other Requirements
- Welding Experience: MIG and TIG aluminum, minimum of 2 years’ experience required.
- Personal Protective Equipment: Must be able to wear welding-specific personal protective equipment, including helmet, gloves, and leather.
- Pre-Employment Compliance: Must comply with and meet all pre-employment requisites, including but not limited to a criminal background check prior to start date, and pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with Company policy for the duration of employment.
Pre-Employment Requirements: All offers of employment with Americase are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check and drug test, and, where applicable, verification of employment eligibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Americase is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA/ADAAA), and Texas Labor Code Chapter 21.
Reasonable Accommodations: Americase provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you require accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources.
E-Verify: Americase participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.
This job description reflects Americase's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Job duties are subject to change at any time.
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