Automatic Welder

JOB SUMMARY

Perform automatic welding and gouging operations on all types of components and products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Setup, adjust, and operate all types of automatic welding equipment (i.e. long seam and girth welders, whirlybird, strip overlay, electro-slag) in accordance with the proper Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) in an efficient manner.
• Ensure automatic welding is being done such that welds are capable of passing RT and UT requirements.
• Perform pre-heat and post-heat operations when required.
• Perform all types of gouging operations, as required.
• Check out and transport welding material and flux to/from the welding areas.
• Maintain accurate welding and material records, as required.
• Report abnormal conditions of equipment to Foreman.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work in a safe and secure manner and comply with the safety rules and procedures.
• Perform small repairs and preventative maintenance on the automatic welding equipment.
• Assist in placing and removing pieces, components, and products to/from the welding area.
• Operate jib cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for the moving of material, components, and equipment from location to location within the plant. Occasionally operate overhead cranes and tow motors in support of small moves to continue production within the department.
• Perform general laborer duties as required (i.e. grinding, loading and unloading of trucks and railcars, bricking furnace).
• Keep working area clean and perform housekeeping duties around the plant as required (i.e. pickup tools, roll-up hoses and cables, sweep).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to fumes, smoke, glare, and heat.
• Possible exposure to weld flash and/or burn.
• Close visual and mental attention required.
• Exposure to normal shop noises of grinding, chipping, high pressure gas burners, and repair operations.
• Moderate physical exertion required when handling pieces or components.