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Gandy Company
Welder
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What they do
A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$48,016 / year median in Minnesota
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Welder is responsible for weld preparation and set-up, welding and finishing operations to ensure quality parts are produced to print, within established production standards.Day Shift:
Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:00pmJob Skills and Knowledge:
- Proficient in assigned welding techniques, may include MIG, TIG and spot.
- Knowledge of wire and filler materials specific to metals being welded.
- Ability to read blueprints and interpret bills of materials and routings.
- Must be reliable, cooperative, with high attention to detail, and work well independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritize work and respond accordingly to the demands of various departments in order to keep production flowing.
- Participate in a culture of mutual trust and respect, with teamwork and accountability to each other and to organization goals.
Key Job Requirements and Responsibilities:
- Welding preparation and set up, including fixturing.
- Application and product specific welding techniques, including Lincoln Welders (35 wire and 45 wire).
- Finish grinding or other finishing operations.
- Examine and inspect finished parts with a variety of precision and inspection measuring instruments, recognize non-conforming parts.
- Welding equipment maintenance.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Technical training or welding certification, or welding experience of 1 year. Must have experience in MIG welding and reading a blueprint. Manufacturing experience preferred. Must pass Gandy Company's internal welding test.Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and kneeling.
- Ability to lift and manipulate heavy material, equipment, and tools.
- Must have excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate welding equipment, manipulate welding torches, and filler materials.