Welder Fabricator

West Monroe 300 Huey Lenard Loop West Monroe, LA 71292, USA West Monroe 300 Huey Lenard Loop West Monroe, LA 71292, USA The Welder Fabricator 1 will utilize metal inert gas (MIG) while welding steel and aluminum. This role will weld and assemble metal pieces and products by using handheld welding equipment. The role will set up parts for welding, use hand tools, clamps, jigs, and fixtures. This position will work from specifications, drawings, and welding symbols. This role will prepare and complete work on materials by welding, cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal. They join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. They will interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the appropriate welding process. The Welder Fabricator 1 will inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness. This position should be familiar with and comply with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment. This position may also prepare the materials and set up for a welding device or robot. CORE FUNCTIONS Perform MIG & TIG welding on products. Perform cosmetic welding on products. Must be able to meet daily productivity and output goals (production outputs are measured hourly/daily). Set up components for welding according to specifications, work orders and/or prints. Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical/ horizontal). Repair product and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps. Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws. Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety. Cut aluminum to specifications. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience High School Diploma, general education degree (GED), and/or completion certificate from a certified technical school preferred. Minimum 1-2 years of work-related experience as a MIG Welder highly preferred. Required Licenses Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge Ability to read blueprints. Ability to use a tape measure and calculate fractions. Ability to visualize projects and put together timelines and processes to complete projects efficiently and effectively. Travel None. COMPETENCIES Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed. Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES Individual Contributor: working team member with no oversight of others and no management responsibilities. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position is subject to Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Activities This position is subject to the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, crawling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes. Working Conditions The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including heat, noise, vibration, and hazards from a production-based environment. RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep, Bronco and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boastsover 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships. 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