Welding Machine Operator

Purpose:

The Spot Welder is responsible for safely performing machine setups and operating resistance welders, MIG welders, assembly equipment and automated production lines. The spot welder must also control and adjust the functions and settings of machines and will be responsible for ensuring products meet our quality standards with regard to assembly specifications.

Essential Functions:

1. Set-up and operate resistance welders, MIG welders, assembly/automated equipment

2. Perform machine set-ups as needed when the production schedule demands.

3. Trouble shoot machines and adjust the functions and settings of machines

4. Perform necessary quality inspections to ensure that parts meet guidelines

5. Test the operation of machines periodically to guarantee their smooth running

6. Conduct operations in a manner that promote safety.

7. Participate in 5S activities

Requirements:

1. High School Diploma or GED preferred

2. 1+ years previous relevant experience in a manufacturing environment

3. Prior welding or assembly experience desired.

4. Working knowledge of resistance and MIG welders

5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

6. Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team

7. Analytical and problem solving skills

8. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts desired

9. Compliance with all health and safety regulations, policies and procedures

10. Attention to detail

11. Must have excellent attendance as well as willingness and ability to work overtime

Americans with Disabilities Specifications

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

Physical Summary

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, use his/her hands, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, or kneel. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing capacity required to maximize ability to understand all verbal communication and react accordingly.