About this role
<p><strong>PRIMARY</strong> <strong>FUNCTION (job summary/purpose)</strong>:</p> <p> </p> <p><em>The Welder 1 uses equipment to joint metals. The welder or welding operator shall visually inspect for weld defects before releasing material to the next station. </em></p> <p><em> </em></p> <p><strong>SPECIFIC</strong> <strong>DUTIES</strong>/<strong>ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong> <em>(List in order of importance)</em></p> <ol> <li><em>Completes set up procedures and operates/ changeover moderately complex equipment</em></li> <li><em>Obtains parts and materials needed to complete tasks. </em></li> <li><em>Store and properly identify finished units</em></li> <li><em>Maintains an awareness of all safety issues within the area of responsibility and responds </em></li> <li><em>Notify the area team leader of unplanned downtime or quality issues. </em></li> <li><em>Periodically checks products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion; resolves any identified problems and alerts supervisor. </em></li> <li><em>Perform other tasks as assigned.</em></li> </ol> <p> </p> <p><strong>BASIC</strong> <strong>QUALIFICIATIONS (required skills/abilities)</strong>:</p> <ul> <li><em>Ability to understand and follow standard work and work instructions</em></li> <li><em>Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and organized condition and follow prescribed safety rules and quality procedures. </em></li> <li><em>Ability to perform repetitive work while paying attention to the detail and quality of work performed. </em></li> <li><em>Willingness to learn new tasks, cross-train, rotate and work as a part of a team.</em></li> <li><em>Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.</em></li> <li><em>Ability to follow all safety and quality policies and procedures.</em></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (required):</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><em>● High school diploma or equivalent.</em></p> <p><em>● Completion of required GMAW welding training and on-the-job training (OJT) by department & station within 80 hours plus OJT. If required for workstation, completion of a welder/welding operator performance qualification to one or more Welding Procedure Specifications (WPQ/WOPQ).</em></p> <p><em> </em></p> <p><em> </em></p> <p><strong>WORK ENVIRONMENT: </strong></p> <p><em>● Must be able to operate within a fast-paced, collaborative, and where teamwork is essential, requiring flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines</em></p> <p><em>● Working around moving machinery/heavy equipment</em></p> <p><em>● Comfortable performing tasks in heated areas (around furnaces)</em></p> <p><em>● Operate machinery in a hot and humid production facility </em></p> <p><em>● Must wear proper PPE (steel-toed boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, welding PPE and any additional PPE required for task being performed)</em></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (demands):</strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at all times, and 50 pounds sporadically. </em></li> <li><em>Ability to bend, stoop, and work in awkward positions for extended periods.</em></li> <li><em>Able to support some daily overtime and breakdown occurrences. </em></li> <li><em>Possess dexterity and stability as required for precision work. </em></li> <li><em>Ability to complete work involving prolonged periods of physical exertion and repetitive motions.</em></li> <li><em>Must be able to stand for a full shift (8 hours).</em></li> <li><em>Must be able to see details at close range.</em></li> </ul>