About this role
Overview
Perform MIG welding and fabrication duties without the use of fixtures; layout, fit and position weldments sequentially to create a custom stair-lift. Work from prints, drawings and job layouts. Use measuring tools to verify alignment and dimensions. Grind to mechanical requirements with a smooth cosmetic finish. Work is subject to first and final piece inspections for alignment, dimensions and aesthetic requirements.
Responsibilities
- Required to pass Bruno’s weld test criteria, which includes AWS welding symbols and destructive weld test
- Knowledge of set up and operation of welding machines
- Table fabrication duties include: measure and weld the angle degree according to print with sections of material
- Read measuring tools (tape measure, square, dial calipers, digital protractor)
- Operate hand/air tools and electric grinders
- Read and interpret work instructions and AWS welding symbols from blueprints
- Perform MIG,TIG or fabrication welding assignments to meet daily production while maintaining standards of quality and quantity
- Angle change duties: Measure and weld the angle degree according to print with sections of material cut on saw during previous operation
- Build duties: Roll form material when required for large radius jobs (standard rolled turns will be provided by designated employees); assemble angle change, straight sections and turn to print using a MIG Welder and other fabrication tools while maintaining dimension and angle tolerances; form flanges and gear rack and install according to print
- Confirm angles and dimensions during fabrication and report any deviations to supervisor
- Identify and obtain accurate welding fixtures as called by work order
- Count and verify weldment ID Number; enter data into computer software to create paint tag for final operation
- Communicate shortages, scrap, delays and any deviation of standard work to the supervisor when applicable
- Complete daily timesheet and paperwork
- Maintain D1.1 welding certification. This applies to welders who complete welding operations that require D1.1 certification.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- High school or general education degree (GED) required.
- 1 year welding experience or equivalent advanced education required.
Skills and Abilities:
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Complete standardized written documentation and correspondence. Professionally communicate in one-on-one and small group situations.
- Ability to perform basic electronic tasks using computer software and Microsoft Office.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
- Environment is a modern production facility with heat and air conditioning
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally required to stand; use arms, hands and fingers to manipulate welding gun, hold fabrication parts in place, wire, fixtures and products and hold fabrication parts in place
- The job requires repetitive use of a MIG welding gun at shoulder level or below
- The employee is occasionally required to stand on an elevated step or ladder while performing the duties of this job
- Use of hands and fingers required to manipulate hand grinders and other fabrication tools
- Ability to stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist and reach while performing the duties of this job
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, regularly
- Ability to lift 30 to 50 pounds, intermittently
- Ability to lift 50 to 70 pounds, with assistance, occasionally
- Ability to physically relocate product throughout the day, regularly
- The employee is required to reach and climb occasionally