Welder

Welder

Department: Manufacturing & Distribution - General Labor

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: North Kingstown, RI

Reporting To: Timothy Shelton

Description

The Welder will perform torch and plasma cutting operations, along with fitting, tacking, and MIG welding carbon steel in vee groove and full penetration bevel joints on a variety of parts. Must be qualified for 2G and 2F. Also expected to utilize shop equipment to cut, punch, drill, grind, blast and paint as required.

What You Will Do

• Work from weld data sheet and procedures, operation traveler, prints and oral instructions.
• Use turntable or lathe for circular parts or use weld bench to set up fixtures or layout and build makeshift fixturing.
• Visually check parts in preparation for welding, cleaning weld area of oil, dirt, rust and burrs.
• Check dimensions to ensure parts are within print dimensions.
• Prepare parts for welding using square, tape or scale centering heads and compass components following weld parameters.
• Use temp sticks to ensure specified heat and weld components in one or multiple passes to produce welds with proper penetration, free from burn through, cracks, porosity and heavy bead.
• Deburr and grind off slag and excessive weld, as necessary.
• Repair defective welded parts using grinding wheels, cutting wheels, pencil grinders, or chisels to remove material to root of imperfection or to base metal and re-weld according to weld specifications.
• Perform torch and plasma cutting on carbon steel.
• Use various measuring devices to ensure work is to print specification including, but not limited to, coordinate measuring machine, machinist square, micrometers, verniers, thread and plug gauges.
• Use crane, dollies and carts to obtain and return material to and from storage area and move completed job to next operation.
• Store all tooling, fixtures and additional point-of-use items in an organized manner, in drawers, on work bench etc. with proper labels, color coding, floor marking or other identifying mechanism.
• Maintain work area as well as machines, tools, and equipment to meet program requirements.
• Perform all job functions in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Identify and assist in remediation of any and all safety hazards in the work place.
• Perform other duties as directed by Team Leader/Supervisor.

What You Will Have

• Welding Proficiency: Ability to interpret and follow weld data sheets, procedures, operation travelers, and prints.
• Fixture Setup & Layout: Experience using turntables, lathes, and welding benches to set up fixtures or create makeshift fixturing.
• Precision Measurement: Proficient in using measuring tools such as micrometers, verniers, machinist squares, and coordinate measuring machines.
• Welding Techniques: Ability to weld using specified heat, ensuring proper penetration, avoiding burn-through, cracks, and porosity.
• Material Handling: Experience using cranes, dollies, and carts to transport materials safely.
• Workplace Organization: Ability to store and organize tools, fixtures, and work materials efficiently.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Job Benefits

• Health & Welfare Benefits after 30 Days
• Holiday Pay immediately
• Vacation/Personal after 90 Days
• 40lK with immediate vesting after 30 Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Fitness Reimbursement