Welder - 2nd Shift

Welder Position

The Welder role is a heavy manufacturing position that focuses on the fabrication and welding of pre-fab and machined components, vital internal sub-components of our transformers. In this position, operators would train to set up, layout, mark, and weld components using such tooling as calibrated measurement tools, an array of small hand tools, welding equipment, powered, hydraulic, pneumatic, and machine specific tooling to design specification and quantity per requested order. Operators will learn to weld materials such as mild steel and stainless steel with multiple welding apparatus, including both internal and external welded components with specialty welding in clamps and covers for the Medium and Large Power and our EHV Lines. The operator will be expected to select, load, and finish the material used in the operations to known or trained criteria. Industrial Welding equipment and techniques that will be utilized such as GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), SAW (Stick Arc), Stud Welding, GMAW-MC, and SMAW; including a variety of other specialized tooling like grinders, belt sanders, and cut wheel saws. These operations and procedures will involve both single and team movements like bending, twisting, kneeling, and utilizing fixtures, tables, overhead cranes, forklifts, or other powered industrial vehicles. Operators will be expected to train, sustain, and demonstrate continued proficiency in their technical skills; including further development in additional levels all to the highest levels of safety, craftsmanship, and professionalism – all with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Safety: Uphold all safety protocols and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• 5S: Maintain, Clean, and Organize Work Areas
• Collaboration: Work closely with Supervision, Team Members, Team Leads, Instructors, Engineering, Quality Assurance departments, and other functions as required.
• Precision & Quality: Follow Print Drawings, Technical Data Sheets, Bills of Material and specifications to ensure exact alignment, spacing, and assembly of Components
• Receive assignments and instructions from Supervisor - both Verbal and Written
• Complete specific Contamination Control, Inspection Requirements, Cleanliness Maintenance Procedures; such as Vacuuming, Performing Magnetic Sweeps, and Cleaning Equipment/Tooling
• Set Up, Wind, and Finish Welded Assemblies to Completion; Assist other Team Members as Needed
• Weld accordingly using trained / certified Techniques / Methods
• Load Parts and Components to Weld Table and Perform Material Set Up
• Wind Coil Types per Trained Procedures, Specifications/Criteria, and Prints/BOMs
• Verify accuracy of Welding as designated by In-Process Checklists; including Criteria, Tolerances, and Clearances
• Unload and Offload Welded Assemblies; position to Carts, Pallets, or Transport devices
• Perform Minor Repairs/Defects and Tool/Equipment Maintenance (Write Repair Work Orders as Required)
• Repair Weld Defects found in Inspection or Another Department as Needed/Required
• Assist in Training, Safety, and Protocol Education of New Operators
• Conduct Self Inspection of Welded Assemblies and Assist Others in Inspection Verifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education

• Ability to follow instruction, apply effective time management skills, and complete assignments and expectations in a timely manner.
• Proficiency with Hand Tools, Grinders, Sanders, Cranes, Powered Industrial Vehicles, Pneumatic Tooling, Cut Off Wheels, Weld Machines, Flame Cutter, Plasma Torch and other Industrial Tools
• Materials used include, Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, Copper, Various Cleaning and Priming Agents, Weld Wire (Variant), Wheels, Abrasive Paper / Belts, Isopropyl Alcohol
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude and Spatial Awareness
• Ability to Lift a Minimum of 50lbs, Multiple times within a Work Shift
• Comfort working on your feet for 7 hours or more in a Work Shift, including Bending, Kneeling, and Twisting
• Attention to detail with the ability to interpret Complex Technical Drawings
• Team-Orientated Mindset with Strong Communication Skills & Commitment to Safety, Precision, and Craftsmanship

Education and Experience

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred: Prior experience in Welding, Heavy Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Power Equipment

Additional Information

Key Working Relationships

• Collaboration with Production Managers, Production Supervisor, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and Planning

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to frequently walk and stand. Must occasionally be able to lift, climb, balance, push, pull, bend, twist, carry and sit. Will minimally work below waist level. Comfortability with working at heights of 12ft. or more.

Working Conditions

• Large-Scale Manufacturing facility for High-Voltage Power Transformers

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.