Welder

The Welder operates MIG/TIG welding equipment to fabricate high-quality metal parts and assemblies per customer specifications, meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Welding Supervisor
Direct Reports: None
Authority: Responsible for weld booth performance, identifying process issues, and halting work for safety concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Expertly operating MIG and/or TIG welding equipment.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to welding, using straightedges, squares, clamps and fixtures
• Ability to make minor welding parameter adjustments to ensure proper weld quality
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with standard inspection tools to ensure conformance with drawing specifications
• Supporting achievement of company standards in safety, productivity, and on-time production
• Reporting all property or tool damage immediately to the production supervisor
• Maintaining a satisfactory attendance record, as outlined in the employee handbook
• Using inspection devices (calipers, pin gauges, check fixtures) to inspect parts, according to print and product inspection plan (PIP)
• Selecting and using fixtures, as identified in the process setup sheets, IQS, or job traveler
• Gathering required documents (process photos, process inspection plans, job traveler, print, and work in process parts) to successfully run the job
• Reading the print fully to understand tolerances, geometry, weld symbols and special instructions
• Separating and labeling non-conforming parts according to the ISO policy
• Understanding safety requirements in work areas and complying with requirements
• Using material data sheets (MSDS) effectively
• Completing daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department maintenance as assigned
• Accurately entering job information, quantities, and inspection results into the ERP systems

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 6+ months manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints and adjust weld parameters
• Basic computer and data entry skills (ERP familiarity preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork skills

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Factory setting; exposure to variable temperatures
• Use of standard PPE including eye and hearing protection
• Standing, bending, lifting up to 45 lbs, and repetitive motion
• Requires visual acuity for inspection and safe equipment operation