Skilled Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Welder
Location: Decatur, AL

Pipe Welder: 1st shift 5:00am-1:30pm 2nd Shift 1:30pm-10:00pm $25.00hr

Production Mig& Tig Welder: 1st shift: 7:00am-3:30pm $20.00hr

Job Summary:
Performs various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture products to
customer drawings and specifications.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees of this class; employees
may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job description does not constitute an
employment contract and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Must be able to read and interpret drawings, follow routers and use simple math to perform basic
calculations.
Must be proficient in welding techniques.
Must be able to perform wire and filler material applications for various steel alloys, aluminum and
galvanized.
Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
Manually guides electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to
form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld and size of molten puddle.
Welds in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
Positions and clamps work pieces together or assembles them in jig or fixtures.
Chips off excess weld, slag and spatter.
Operates grinders and DA sanders to clean up/smooth welds.
Must be able to perform visual inspection and dimensional inspection using basic measuring tools.
Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations and instructions.
Update computer records and paperwork in accordance with production requirements.
Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on welders as required.
Operates a forklift to move parts in and move finished product out of welding area.
Maintain the work area in clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures.
Must have a working command of the English language and be able to communicate orally and in
writing.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the department, they are not an essential part
of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other department members.
Perform all other duties, as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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 accommodation may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Key: Rarely 1 to 3% of day, occasionally 4 to 25% of day, frequently 26 to 70% of day,
Continuously 71 to 100% of day (Based on a 10-hour workday.)
Sits occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day.
Stands frequently for up to 7.0 hours a day.
Walk frequently up to 7.0 hours a day.
Bend/stoop occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day.
Reach above occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day.
Drive, use of foot controls occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day.
Pushing/Pulling occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day.
Fine Manipulation occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day.
Grip occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day for parts handling.
Balance continuously up to 10 hours a day - working around equipment.
Lift/Carry parts ranging from 0 lb. 10 lbs. continuously up to 10 hours a day.
Lift/Carry parts ranging from 10 lbs. 20 lbs. frequently up to 7.0 hours a day.
Lift/Carry parts ranging from 20 lbs. 50 lbs. occasionally up to 2.5 hours a day.
Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception and ability to adjust focus.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to perform essential duties
High school education or GED
Minimum of two years in various forms of welding
Successful completion of an internal welding test