1st Shift Welder

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under shop supervision Welder 1 is responsible for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and Invar 36 parts using a MIG/TIG process. This is a 1st Shift position.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Set up welding machines based on the specifications of the job.
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
• MIG/TIG weld steel, aluminum and Invar 36 components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings.
• Repair broken or damaged parts.
• Fabricate and revise fixtures, jigs, gauges, hand apples and special tooling and components.
• Keep work area clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.  Typical qualifications would be:
• High school diploma or GED
• 3 – 5 years of relevant work experience
• Completion of a Welding certificate from a college or Technical School
• Experience with Steel, aluminum and/or Invar 36
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding required.
• Knowledge of machines and tools
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, and tape measures.
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·                     Forklift/crane certification and experience

·                     Ability to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment.

·                     Able to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends when necessary.

·                     Has confidence in leading processes, projects and looks for opportunities.

·                     Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location.

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace/defense industry

Company Description

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace/defense industry