Welder (Days/Nights/Weekends) - Entry level pay starting at $21.50/hr + Night/Weekend Shift Dif[...]

Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd.; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Aberdeen City is seeking a skilled Welder to fabricate and assemble metal structures. The role involves using various welding techniques and requires a high school diploma along with some experience. Candidates should be able to read blueprints and safety instructions, and adhere to safety protocols in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to read and understand shop orders and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble metal structures.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic equipment.
• Perform efficient welding of various metal objects.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Safety Rules Comprehension

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand Tools

Forklift

Overhead Crane

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use standard work instructions and blueprints when available.
• Visually inspect weld quality.
• Fabricate and assemble metal structures.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead).
• Perform efficient welding of various metal objects with gas torch and welder.
• Rework and/or repair welded parts and products according to engineering specifications.
• Complete run-out checks.
• Fit Wheels and Fans with limited supervision.
• Maintain weld machines using preventative maintenance methods.
• Maintain good housekeeping and clean work areas.
• Act, Live, and Behave by TCF Core Values.
• Additional duties may be assigned based on location and product line.

Qualifications:

• Typically requires a high school diploma and up to 2 years of experience.
• Ability to read and understand shop orders, blueprints, safety rules, and work instructions.
• Ability to read and comprehend all weld symbols.
• Complete documentation and work in a timely manner.
• Proficient in using hand tools safely and reading a tape measure.
• Depending on department, may be required to operate forklift, overhead crane, and electric pallet jack.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND REQUIRED TRAINING:

The following certifications and training, if required, will be provided by the company:

• JSA completion, Forklift Operations, PPE identification and usage, Crane Training, hazard awareness/identification, Lift table operations, Rigging safety.
• Understanding of SQDE Metrics, LDMS, Issue boards, 5S.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Employees must be able to:

• Continuously lift/move 10 pounds; frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Continuously stand, walk, bend/stoop; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach above shoulder height; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk; hear.
• Occasionally climb, balance, kneel, reach at waist level or below, and work in limited spaces.
• Have specific vision abilities including close, color, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, high places, fumes, airborne particles, caustic chemicals, and loud noise levels.

SAFETY:

All employees must adhere to safety and health rules and policies, using good judgment and common sense to maintain a safe workplace environment.

This job description is not a contract and may be revised as needed. Qualifications represent minimum requirements.