Welder

MIG WelderMIG welder who plans, lays out, fabricates, assembles, and repairs sheet metal parts, equipment, and productsDuties and Responsibilities:Works as part of a production team to weld parts.Ensures high safety measures while working, such as donning protective gear for the face and body.Reads and interprets engineering drawings & product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal parts/products.Selects gauge and type of sheet metal according to specificationsCreates quality welds according to blueprints.Ability to diagnose and resolve problemsAbility to use hand and power toolsChange welding wire as needed.Change gas tanks as neededMonitor equipment and request maintenance when required.Operate equipment such as industrial saws.Prepare product to be welded by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping and cutting.Perform other related duties as assigned by managementInspect welds for accuracy.Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure work areas are cleanOperate tools and equipment according to established safety proceduresEach job must be run with safety, accuracy and timeliness in the welding area.Ensure all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use.Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.Qualifications:High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years of welding experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Must be friendly, courteous, service-oriented, and flexible, and enjoy working with a variety of staff.Must be detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision; work well under pressure; able to manage multiple projects.Must have basic knowledge of power tools and hand toolsMust be able to speak and follow verbal and written directions in EnglishCompetencies:Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistent at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absentDependability - 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.Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Continually required to standFrequently required to walkContinually required to utilize hand and finger dexterityOccasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawlFrequently required to talk or hearOccasionally required to lift/push/carry items to 50 poundsFrequently work near moving mechanical partsOccasionally exposure to outside weather conditionsFrequent exposure to extreme heat (non-weather)Frequently loud noiseContinually wear PPEContinually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical information