**2nd shift offers a generous shift differential** 3:30pm-12:00am Mon-Fri *OT may be required as needed

Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and background screening and random drug screening.

Essential Duties and Tasks

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the welder is responsible for manual TIG welding of production parts and/or TIG repair of rework parts while maintaining quality and production standards. The main tasks of the role are the following: produce parts by loading and positioning component(s) into the weld fixture and welding components together using methods/equipment defined in operator work instructions and standardized work instructions. Perform detailed (final gauge, bend gauge, hand-held gauges, etc.) dimensional inspection when necessary to determine quality of part. Communicate any changes, both verbally and in writing.

• Weld, assemble, and repair production parts to specified instructions to predetermined dimensions and tolerances
• Daily use of welders, hand benching tools, and grit blasters
• Perform deburr operations to within specified tolerances
• Correctly record and track job-specific welding wire
• Analyze and interpret Op sheets, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and travelers to produce products that meet or exceed customer specifications
• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to customer specifications, using precision measuring tools and equipment as necessary
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Documents actions by updating control charts, travelers, and reporting labor in the ERP system
• Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications
• Any other duties as assigned to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
• Effective communication and people skills to maintain a working relationship with Quality, Engineering, and Management
• Dependability, integrity, cooperation and taking the initiative for work responsibilities and challenges are critical
• Always take ownership and be accountable for your actions
• Reliable attendance and a respectful demeanor are necessary
• Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person
• TIG Welding- Minimum 3 years required
• Experience welding exotic metals preferred
• Must be able to pass the D17.1 National Standard Weld Test
• Must be able to complete and pass customer weld tests as needed
• Have basic mechanical and mathematical skills as related to welding assignments
• Welding certificate from a Trade School preferred or acceptable work experience in lieu of schooling
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment, aerospace industry preferred

Key Competencies

• The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
• Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
• Safety conscious always
• Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of attendance policy
• Complex problem solving with critical math skills
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English

Physical Demand Levels

• Lift, push and/or pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly
• Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary
• Oscillate between sitting, standing, and walking throughout scheduled shift
• Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and materials
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) required with ability to pass annual vision test as required

This job description is a tool to be followed. Other job duties may be assigned to you, this outline is not to be considered a detail description, and you may have other duties assigned as needed.

EEO Statement: Hi-Tek is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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