Key Skills and Competencies:

Must possess general welding and mechanical skills.

• Mechanical problem-solving ability and troubleshooting skills a must.
• Must be able to read a tape measure, verify dimensions, use straightedge and other measuring devices.
• Must be able to operate lifting devices.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have basic understanding of parts drawings.
• Must be able to communicate both written and oral as it relates to the job.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division.
• Must be able to lift and handle components weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work with others, as some tasks require two individuals.
• Must be able to work without constant supervision

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Operate wire welder in the assembly of components. 
• Measure work pieces and verify dimensions using appropriate tools.
• Help position components in welding fixtures using lifting devices, hand tools as instructed.
• Plan sequence of welding, applying knowledge of basic properties of metal.
• Maintain length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Avoid overheating of parts which could cause warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of materials.
• Report any faulty operation of equipment or defective materials to area supervisor.
• Operate lifting devices for movement of parts and other equipment as needed.
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Abide by the company safety and personnel policies
• Carry out any other responsibilities that supervisor may assign from time to time or as needed by the company.
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements:

• Safety Glasses while in factory.
• Steel Toe Footwear while in factory.
• Welding Hood.
• Protective clothing (gloves, sleeves, vest) as required.
• Hearing protection as required per job.

Physical Demand Category:

Heavy Work

Lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and /or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Audio-Visual Demands

Depth Perception – Yes

Color Discrimination – Yes

Hearing – Average

Peripheral Vision – Yes

Near Vision - Yes

Specific Actions

Stand / Walk – 6-8 Hrs. +

Sitting – Occasional

Bending - Frequent                  

Work Environment

Cold – Yes

Dampness – Yes

Noise – Yes (OSHA Limits)

Heat / Humidity – Yes

Confined Space – NO 

Repetitive Motions

Simple Grasping –Yes

Fine Manipulation – Yes

Pushing & Pulling –Yes

Finger Dexterity – Yes

Foot Movement – Yes

Bending - Yes

This Job Requires

Bending – Frequent

Squatting – Frequent

Climbing – Occasional 

 

Starting Rate: $23.45

Benefits: Medical Insurance, 401(k), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays