Certified Welder

2nd shift two potions, M-Th, 4:30pm – 3am or M-W, 4:30pm – 5:30am (10% shift premium!) / Weekend shift Fri. – Sun. 6am – 6pm (20% shift premium and overtime over 36 hours!) OEM offers: Great starting wages and shift premiums! Air-conditioned shop! Generous time off including for hunting! We provide our Team Members with a positive and stable work environment and consider this in all of our business decisions Flexible work schedules with great work-life balance We offer a dynamic work environment with educational opportunities for professional growth OEM’s goal is to be the Employer of Choice, and we believe our Team Members are our most valuable assets Position Summary Set up and operate assigned welding machine to finish weld assemblies to meet or exceed customer requirements in a timely manner. To abide by Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and follow all Company and Department safety policies and/or procedures. Requirements The following listed articles are required (or as deemed necessary by the hiring authority) for the initial acceptance of a welder. A High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Minimum of one (1) year related schooling and 2 years welding/fitting experience or any combination of schooling and/or experience that equals twelve (24) months. Pass OEM’s physical weld test, written welder exam which includes blueprint reading, tape measure reading and various welding question. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Set up weld machine with proper gas and wire. Organize weld components in assigned workstation using forklift, hoist, or manual lifting. Prepare all material surfaces to be welded ensuring there are no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease or other foreign matter. Check welding components for visible defects. Check joint fit-up for misalignment prior to welding. Read and interpret blueprints as required to complete necessary welds. Weld components using proper welding techniques controlling distortion, shrinkage, and weld size to finish weld assemblies to meet or exceed customer requirements. Remove all slag and heavy spatter from completed welds. Check completed welds for visible defects. Correct defects immediately. Use time and material effectively to meet or exceed Company’s. Advise Supervisor of problem areas. Perform an acceptable amount of work with few or no errors. Internal and/or External Relationships Work with and takes work direction from Lead Welders and Supervisor. Work in conjunction with Welder Trainees, Certified Welders, Fitter Welders, and Lead Welders to weld assemblies per customer print and specifications. Perform Routine Maintenance Of All Equipment Utilized. Maintain all equipment in good working order during daily operations. Adhere to established preventive maintenance plan. Make recommendations for equipment maintenance to Supervisor. Maintain a Clean and Safe Work Area. Work area and equipment are clean and safe at all times. Keep walkways and exit doors are clear of equipment, material, tools, etc. Be sure all required guards and safety equipment are properly used. Sweep work area out to isle at end of shift. Contribute to a Favorable Work Environment. Establish and maintain a good working relationship with fellow employees. Willing to work as a team member. Convey a positive attitude toward coworkers. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance when interacting with outside customers, service personnel and vendors. Reflect a positive “can do” attitude toward people, company policies and procedures. Support management decisions, or disagree in a positive, constructive manner. Perform Assigned Duties and Responsibilities Efficiently. Willingness to perform other tasks not related to your present Position. Correctly maintain an accurate daily time card to ensure accurate accounting records relevant to specific jobs. Maintain attendance per company guidelines. Continually challenge and improve setup and run times. Problem Solving: Solve problems with assistance of Lead Welders and/or Supervisor. Drug Testing Notice OEM is committed to a drug-free workplace. When you apply you agree to abide by our pre-employment drug policy, which you can review by clicking here. OEM Fabricators, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr