Weld Associate

The weld associate position is responsible for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and stainless steel parts using a MIG and TIG process. The position communicates with co-workers, and maintains a safe, organized and clean work environment.

Essential Functions:

• Read job specifications such as blueprints, calipers, and measurements to determine layout and procedures with supervision
• Determine the appropriate equipment and methods based on requirements
• Set up, adjust and operate equipment to fabricate parts to specifications
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
• Ensure work is done safely, consistently and meets quality standards
• Monitor work equipment to ensure usage is within optimum temperature to avoid overheating or expansion
• Operate manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions to weld structural metal to specifications
• Inspect weld surfaces and structure to ensure accuracy and discover flaws
• Tacks assemblies together
• Repair improperly welded pieces and fill holes
• Identify, tag and remove non-conforming materials
• Accurately complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
• Communicate with other departments as necessary
• Keep work areas clean and organized
• Adhere to all company rules and policies
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor