Welder Fitter

Welder FitterPelham Shop South - Pelham, AL 35124OverviewThis position is responsible to lay out, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements.Responsibilities and Expectations1. Welding: Weld parts in flat, vertical, and/or overhead positions; evaluate all engineering drawings and ensure implementation according to welding specifications; perform all welding work with help of forming and cutting equipment; provide assistance to production process wherever necessary; design and produce new parts according to specifications; perform efficient welding of various metal objects; perform work with help of various hand and power tools; analyze diagrams and specifications and cut all metal accordingly with help of cutting equipment; evaluate finished products and perform quality checks on products; administer all welding activities in a safe and efficient manner; assemble old units and perform modification and repair work if required; collaborate work with metal sheets and apply various insulation materials.2. Read Blueprints and/or Drawings: Use welding material per provided drawings; communicate defects to manager.3. Safety: Attend scheduled safety meetings; enforce all applicable safety policies; maintain a safe work environment; promote safety among co-workers; participate in Behavior Based Safety program.4. Power saws and portable grinders: Assist in use of portable grinder, hand file, and/or scraper as necessary; use precision measuring tools to inspect grooves and angles.5. Other: All other duties as assigned.AttributesProblem Solving – Ability to read blueprints; must be capable of working any shift, overtime, be on-call, or work seven days a week, if needed; must be able to multiple tasks with a strong sense of urgency to meet the customer needs; must be able to work well within a team environment and take instructions from management and co-workers; must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently; must possess the basic reading and math skills; must have good written and verbal communicate skills; strong record of attendance reliability; safety oriented with the ability to work well within a team environment; must be capable of performing the essential job duties required of this job.Physical Demands include, but are not limited to: must be physically able to perform work assigned; must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations; access all areas within a site which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels; will be working at times in covered environment or in an outside environment; the employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: extreme heat and cold, noise, vibration, oils, and atmospheric conditions such as dust, fumes, and particles; the employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting; ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed.