Welder

Welder Job Description SUMMARY:

The Welder is responsible for welding on all types of materials, components, and products.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collects equipment and materials based on production requirements as instructed by the welding lead.
• Fabricates components by using equipment to clean, prepare, cut, burn and weld pieces.
• Set up and measure assemblies.
• Determine appropriate welding techniques.
• Verify welding results by inspecting and testing welds.
• Document actions by completing records as required by the welding lead.
• Maintains a safe work environment by following procedures and safety regulations.
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, and performing preventative maintenance.

Verify welding and material is in accordance with drawings, standards, and specifications. Clean up welds by grinding, buffing, and/or other means to provide an acceptable surface condition. Assist and train other welders, as required. Report abnormal conditions of equipment to Foreman. Assist in placing and removing pieces, components, and products to/from the welding area. Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment for the moving of material, components, and equipment from location to location within the plant. Keep working area clean and perform housekeeping duties around the plant as required (i.e. pickup tools, roll-up hoses and cables, sweep). Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED, or six months to one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Willingness to learn. Capable of reading and understanding Engineering drawings, documents, weld symbols, and tape measure. Working knowledge of different types of cutting equipment.

COMPETENCIES

Adaptability

• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Adherence to Company Polices
• Follows rules and sets a good example by consistently adhering to appropriate work guidelines; follows organizational plans and guidelines so that objectives can be accomplished. Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative
• Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation
• Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Job Knowledge
• Demonstrates a basic understanding off all job knowledge skills, procedures and processes; knows resources to seek guidance for clarification as needed. Productivity
• Manages workload efficiently to meet goals & objectives Quality
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Safety and Security
• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Teamwork
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Continually required to stand. Occasionally required to walk. Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Frequently required to talk or hear. Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally work around fumes & airborne particles. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is moderate. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to stand and balance regularly. Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: forklift.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Fridays 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Schedule may change based on workload.

Travel:

Not required.

Compensation:

based on experience & skill level Aaladin will provide the following compensation & benefits: 401(k) w/ a 50 percent match up to 4% Disability insurance (company paid) Health insurance/AVERA Dental & Vision insurance/AMERITAS Life insurance (company paid) Supplemental Insurance/Aflac Paid time off Referral program

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested. I have read and understand the job requirements, responsibilities and expectations set forth in the job description provided for my position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential job functions as outlined with or without any reasonable accommodations.

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Full-time Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person