1st Shift Welder

Forma-Fab Metals; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Forma-Fab Metals in Mebane, North Carolina is looking for a skilled welder to fabricate parts according to specifications. As a welder, you will efficiently weld various metals using MIG and TIG equipment, interpret blueprints, and maintain quality standards. Candidates must have a high school education and a minimum of 2 years of welding experience. This role includes environmental exposure levels and requires the ability to work independently. Overtime may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years welding experience is required.
• Strong understanding of welding equipment and tooling is necessary.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Weld and fabricate parts according to specifications.
• Analyze blueprints and sketches for assembly operations.
• Report non-conforming materials to the supervisor.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Quality control

Education

High School education

Tools

MIG equipment

TIG equipment

Power tools

Job description

Shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, + overtime.

Position Summary

To weld and fabricate parts in accordance with specifications and company workmanship standards by performing the following functions.

Essential Functions

• Perform efficient welding of various metal objects, including heavy and light gauge carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless, using both MIG and TIG equipment
• Analyze blueprints/drawings, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations
• Set up, troubleshoot, and adjust equipment
• Layout, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers
• Report all non-conforming material to the Welding Team Leader and/or Shop Foreman immediately
• Input and maintain data in ERP computer system/Global

Requirements

• Maintain excellent attendance and possess the flexibility to work overtime
• HS education with a minimum of 2 years welding experience
• Possess a solid understanding of welding equipment and tooling
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, welding process specifications, and welding symbols
• Must be able to operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments
• Must have the ability to weld in all positions with good penetration and quality
• Must be able to read a tape measure, pressure gauge, level, square, and use a variety of power tools
• Work independently and follow direction
• Basic computer skills

A welding test will be administered as part of the application process.

Environmental Conditions

• Humidity level may be elevated during the summer months
• Exposure to certain containments, at times