Welder

Description Dalton Ag is a brand forged in America’s heartland and proud to be the premier fertilizer application equipment manufacturer since 1996. A Welder's primary responsibility is MIG welding of steel parts. Each job must be run with safety, accuracy, and timeliness in the welding area. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Requirements Duties and Responsibilities: MIG welding including the following: Create quality welds according to blueprints (weld symbols) Inspect welds for accuracy & quality Prepare product to be welded by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping, and cutting steel Change welding wire as needed Change gas tanks as needed Responsible for the proper packaging, identifying, and moving of all finished products to the proper location Ability to read measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, protractors, and tape measures Ensure all equipment is properly set up and used in a safe manner with all safety devices in place Perform first piece inspections as well as all subsequent inspections as required Perform simple maintenance and repair as required Will be required to cross-train as back-up in other areas of manufacturing plant Accurately enter data into the ERP system, Epicor Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: One year experience with MIG welding, preferred Candidates must pass basic MIG welding test Position requires basic math and computer skills Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow precise instructions Good written and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, protractors, and tape measure Physical Expectations: The physical requirements described here are representative of an employee able to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities. Regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle and feel objects, tools, or control Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl Regularly lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds (25), and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds Working Conditions: Manufacturing environment Daily exposure to hot, cold, dusty, noisy environment Occasional to frequent outdoor workPotential to work at different area workstations to meet production needs Required Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses Safety-toed shoes Hearing protection Face shields as needed Other PPE as required #J-18808-Ljbffr