Welder - AIR MASTER SYSTEMS CORP

Job Title:           Welder                                                                              Reports to:         Weld Lead    Department:      Welding                                                                             Status:                Full Time        FLSA Status:       Hourly Non-Exempt                                                       

Position Summary:

Creates quality cabinet welds according to product specification and blueprints. Resolves problems and notifies supervisor of deficiencies and issues regarding completion.

Essential Responsibilities:                                                                                  

• Create quality welds according to blueprints (weld symbols).
• Inspect welds for accuracy.
• Set up equipment and weld parts together using TIG, MIG, gas welding, brazing and any combination of arc welding processes.
• Change wire, welding, as needed; Change gas tanks, as needed
• Responsible for the proper stacking, identifying and moving of all finished products to the proper location.
• Ensure all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use.
• Performs first piece inspections as well as all subsequent inspections as required by RMF standards.
• Monitor equipment and request maintenance when required.
• Perform simple maintenance and repair as required
• Operating vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment - running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts
• Grinding and DA of parts welded
• Continuous improvement, quality, and safety

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED preferred

2 years’ experience with MIG/TIG welding carbon and stainless steel preferred

2 years’ experience interpreting blueprints preferred

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, machines, hardware, and assembly tools; Ability to read and interpret blueprints and layouts when needed. Ability to work at a quick pace while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; Good computer skills.

Abilities: Ability to accurately prepare documents, production sheets and other reports and related paperwork as required by our procedures; Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires or complaints; Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion; Ability to apply principles of logical thinking of a wide range of practical problems; Ability to work independently and make independent decisions.

Training Requirements:

• General Safety.
• Quality System Awareness and Procedures.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Physical Demands:  While performing duties of this job, would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.  Work might entail significant time spent standing, exposure to extreme temperatures, enduring distracting/uncomfortable sounds and noise levels, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Employee may be required to climb stairs as needed to access various areas of the building.  Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Overtime may be necessary as work load’s dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.