Welder

Summary:

The position of a Welder is of great significance to our organization. This position fabricates, assembles, and welds metal/steel components on various trailers to SOP’s/Blueprints/Knowledge /Foreman and/or Lead Instructions.  Assist other welders in the completion of trailers. Inspect welds to ensure quality standards are meet. Support a Team approach and complete other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain all company Quality requirements and follow company guidelines utilizing a “Stop and Fix” mindset. 
• Maintain a clean environment and follow company 5S + Safety Standards. 
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Prepare trailers and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
• Assist other welders in the completing of work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possible
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Fast paced environment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling or standing to work overhead for 10 hrs.