MUST KNOW HOW TO WELD MANUALLY

- This is not a robot welding position. The ideal applicant for the Welder/Fabricator position will have MIG welding experience; be able to read blueprints (schematics); and have the ability to proficiently measure angles. The Welder will follow customer designed blueprints to tack the product together. The ideal applicant must be able to set the welder to the correct setting. A weld test may be required as part of the interview process. The regular work schedule is Monday - Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. Overtime, including weekends may be mandatory to meet customer demands. Applicants may apply in person or through Indeed. An applicant that is extended an official job offer will proceed to the next step of the hiring process which includes a physical, drug screen (including hair follicle testing) and criminal background check.

Job Title:

Fabricator/Welder Department:

Production Reports To:

Team Leader and/or

Production Manager/Supervisor Status:

Full Time;

Non-exempt Summary:

Fitting, joining, and fabricating metal and other welded materials by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform welding duties using a wire welder (GMAW).
• Weld metal (aluminum, steel, stainless steel) components as specified by customer's engineered blueprints.
• Turns knobs to select amperage.
• Read blueprints
• Turns lever to adjust jet of gas to blow away molten metal.
• Strikes arc and guides electrode along lines to cut (melt) through metal.
• Grinds off chips, spurs, and slag from cracks and holes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Communicates with Quality and other management as needed.
• Refer to and follow work instructions.
• Attend production meetings and follow production schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned.

All Employees:

• Adhere to the policies set forth in the employee handbook
• Maintain and follow 5S standards
• Wear steel toe shoes
• Wear

ANSI Z87.1-2010

approved safety glasses in designated areas

• Wear basic personal protective equipment (see supervisor or team lead for specifics)

Education:

Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.

Language:

Ability to read, write, and comprehend work instructions and other applicable correspondence.

Math:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Physical Demands:

Regular use of hands to touch, hold, or feel. The employee is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms (including overhead); stoop, kneel, and/or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Meet the standards of the company physical. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and machinery. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate and hearing protection is offered for your use. Athenian Metalworks LLC provides equal opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. As part of the hiring process, applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will undergo a physical, pre-employment drug screen (including hair follicle) and criminal background check.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

MIG Welding:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Location:

Athens, TN 37303 (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person