FABRICATION WELDER

REQUIREMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FABRICATION WELDER EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Drivers License with a clean record EXPERIENCE Two years comparable experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Knowledge of various components and functions of material handling equipment and material. * Ability to consistently maintain organization is a fluid environment. * Ability to weld safely. * Ability to perform job duties while using various forms of Personal Protective Equipment; such as steel toe shoes, hard hat, safety shield, etc. * Ability to maintain professional behavior in all situations. * Ability to communicate English clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. * Ability to perform simple mathematical computations with speed and accuracy. * Ability to adhere to company procedures and rules. PHYSICAL DEMANDS * Regularly perform work in an environment with some exposure to noise, varying temperatures, smoke, etc. * Regularly stand and/or walk for extended periods of time, up to a full 8 hour shift. * Regularly get in and out of a vehicle. * Frequently use two hands to lift 50+ lbs. as well as manipulate product and equipment which may require reaching above the shoulders or kneeling down to work at ground level etc. * Occasionally climb ladders to get items off of high shelves or other locations. JOB DUTIES * Perform necessary welding in a production environment. * Assemble and weld all types of racking to the highest quality level. * Develops welding projects by analyzing work orders, prints, and completed assembly; calculating requirements; studying metals; determining appropriate welding techniques. * Collects equipment and materials by studying specifications and component requirements; ordering supplies and gases. * Fabricates components by using equipment to clean, prepare, cut, burn, and weld pieces; setting-up and measuring assemblies; selecting appropriate method. * Verifies welding results by inspecting and testing welds. * Documents actions by completing records. * Maintains safe work environment by following procedures; complying with legal regulations. * Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. * Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. * Accomplishes manufacturing and organization mission by completing related results as needed. EXPECTATIONS * Schedule: Monday Friday 7:00 am-3:30 pm with 30 minute lunch. * Will work maximum of 8 hours a day unless overtime is approved IN ADVANCE by management. * Keep an accurate daily time sheet. Terms: * Regularly approximately once per hour or more, depending on job * Frequently approximately two or more times per shift, depending on job * Occasionally several times per week, depending on jobs
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