Aluminum Welder

he Welder position is responsible for welding various materials associated with the company’s product lines including, but not limited to, truck bodies and specialty vehicles

· Use modification and welding (minimum AWS 3G/4G level) skills to rework cab and other components

· Perform welding (AWS 3G/4G) according to blueprints

· Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete welding in the assigned area

· Fabricate components from raw stock

· Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etc.

· Understand, and be able to articulate, the production flow of an assigned product line or area

· Self-check work and inspect prior processes

· Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required

· Meet production goals

· Maintain a clean and safe work area

· Initiate process improvements

· Support 5S in work area

· Lead/perform lean events

· Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues

· Solve complex problems with minimal assistance

HS Diploma or GED required

· AWS Certification preferred

· Excellent attendance

· Positive attitude

· Strong and consistent attention to detail

· Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task

· Team oriented

· Basic computer skills are required

· Must be able to pass the required welding certification test in the following AWS material sections: D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6, and D9.1.

· Previous experience and/or certifications preferred

· Must understand AWS welding symbols

· Must be able to set up, adjust, and maintain welding machines

· Must be able to Mig or Tig weld steel, stainless, and aluminum as needed

Willing to:

· Learn and rotate within various weld areas

· Wear PPE respirators for an extended amount of time

· Improve self/area/company (including pursuing additional training, if needed)

· Develop a working knowledge of the company’s systems (example: AS/400)

Able to:

· Read and comprehend blueprints including weld specifications

· Work overtime on short notice

You should be proficient in:

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Tape Measure Reading
• Welding Setups for Production
• Vehicle & Fleet Welding
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• MIG Welder
• TIG Welder