Machine Welder I

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Associates to perform all safety checks at the start of their shift on all cranes and tools and document this as necessary. Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.

• Loads welder with component parts to be welded manually or with a hoist and adjusts machines according to blueprint.
• Requires associates to be able to read and interpret job specific blueprints, and job routings.
• Remove finished products and smooth rough edges and correct any imperfections.
• Hold necessary welding certifications to operate machines and make repairs to manufactured products. Requires associated to be company certified.
• Dye Penetrant inspection, and do repairs to joggled shells, and must be able to successfully complete dye penetrant certification.
• Material handling - Operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed. Also successfully complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of this equipment.
• Must know materials used and complete relevant paperwork in the computer database.
• Visually inspects welds to assure that blueprints, code and quality standards are met.
• Monitors machines for unusual sound or vibration and maintains equipment notifying foreman of any problems.
• General upkeep of fluxes, copper bars, and other various aspects of automatic welding machines.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

Successfully be trained on the machines to be operated using the equipment below:

• Duema, Pandjiris, and Jetline submerged arc stake welds
• Spray Girth, Midget Girth, Inseam Weld
• Submerged arc girth weld
• "One Arm" girth weld
• Stake welder
• Stainless steel girth weld
• Stainless steel spray stake weld is specific for the area in which you work

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work will in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
• Must have a basic understanding of computers.
• Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Must have either a High School diploma, GED, or at least 1 year working experience in an industrial based environment.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Welding Certificate 3-1 saw me (Submerged Arc).
• Welding Certificate 5-1 GMAW SA or ME (Spray Arc).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS of WORK:

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are 40 hours, Monday through Friday; to be determined by each division. Standard hour requirement is four (4) - ten (10) hour shifts. Overtime hours may be required beyond standard schedule.
• Travel is not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.

Must prove that employee can meet the essential duties of the job within 90 days by completing employee training checklist F-HR-720-02-03-18 and F-HR - 720-02-03-21.