Welder - 1st Shift

Job Summary: This position is accountable for performing welding set up, operations and activities. It also must ensure that it demonstrates all core competencies required throughout the organization. These competencies include safety, quality, production, and behavior.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Welder - Level I

• Ability to MIG or TIG weld, flat and horizontal position
• Ability to load and unload a robotic welder.
• Read and understand part drawing and engineering prints.
• Use current Manufacturing software accurately (Epicor)
• Inspect parts as directed by the job inspection level.
• Follows start of JOB and SHIFT inspections
• Follows in process inspection requirements and documents to policy and procedures.
• Ability to inspect part to confirm a good or bad weld.
• Operate forklift, crane and other material handling operations as required.
• Consistently exhibits all desired company behaviors and follows company policies, including 5S, Safety and Continuous Improvement.
• Follows quality policies/standards/procedures.
• Complete MECR forms [Manufacturing/Engineering Change Request] for standard verification
• Working knowledge of sheet metal and weld characteristics [penetration, welding settings, etc.]
• Ability to read and comprehend prints and drawings per level of work.
• Ensure the overall cleanliness and safety of the immediate work area, as well as surrounding areas.
• Always provide outstanding internal and external communications.
• Ability to provide support and assistance to other employees and departments as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Professionally communication with other employees, managers, and other Company employees
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others to understand, conceptualize, collaborate, and execute work assignments.
• Ability to adhere to ISO standards.
• Ability to follow quality guidelines and procedures while performing inspections on produced parts through use of precision measuring and gauging equipment.
• Perform secondary welding / grinding as required.
• Ability to sustain a solid level [Competent] or better performance by meeting productivity and efficiency standards.
• Perform at a Solid/Full Rating. Meeting requirements in all key responsibilities [safety, quality, productivity, efficiencies, etc.]
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Regular, reliable, and consistent attendance
• Additional duties as assigned.

Welder - Level II

• All of Level I essential duties and responsibilities
• MIG and TIG weld in all positions
• Set up MIG/TIG Weld
• Ability to obtain all Tig Certifications (D1.2 and D1.6)

Welder - Level III

• All of Levels I and II essential duties and responsibilities
• Performing at a rating of exceeding for all key responsibilities of a Level 2 [safety, quality, productivity, efficiencies, etc.]
• Program and perform preventative maintenance on the robots.
• Set up robots [change fixtures, load programs]
• Make minor robot program adjustments.
• Train others for Level I and II essential duties and responsibilities

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities : N/A

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to efficiently use ERP systems.
• Ability to be certified in American Welding Society - AWS certification [not all customers require certification] and MIG Certs (D1.1 and D1.3) within two months of hire.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum requirements for Welder - Level 1:
  1. High school diploma or general education degree [GED].
  2. 1 year of vocational training or 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Lead Requirements
  1. Minimum 3 years' experience in:
     • MIG, TIG, and Finishing welding.
     • Ability to prioritize and assign work to other welders.
     • Demonstrated experience in process and personnel improvement activities.

Physical Job Requirements

• Frequent and Sustained Walking-Frequently
• Bending-Frequently
• Stooping /Squatting --Occasionally
• Frequent and extensive use of hands and arms-Frequently
• Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs.-Occasionally.
• Pushing/Pulling up to 50lbs - Occasionally.
• Reach at or above shoulders - Occasionally.
• Reach at or below shoulders - Occasionally.
• Sitting -- Occasionally
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

The job duties outlined above are not intended to be a detailed list of job functions or responsibilities. It outlines the essential functions of the job. An individual may be required to perform other duties from time to time. The company reserves the right to amend, change or delete the contents of this description.

Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm