2nd Shift Welder

Air Distribution Limited; Lexington (KY); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Air Distribution Limited seeks an experienced Welder to perform MIG and TIG welding, fabricate and assemble sheet metal components and structural assemblies per engineering drawings and quality standards. The role supports production by welding, fabricating, and assembling while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity requirements are met.

Qualifications include 1–3 years of welding experience, ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with MIG welding (TIG preferred).

Formación

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years welding experience in manufacturing/sheet metal.
• Proficient with MIG welding; TIG welding experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• MIG, TIG, spot welding and other approved processes on sheet metal components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate welding equipment, fixtures, and measuring tools.
• Inspect welds for quality and conformance to specifications.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area and follow PPE requirements.

Conocimientos

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Teamwork

Problem solving

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Forklift

Overhead crane

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

The Welder is responsible for welding, fabricating, and assembling sheet metal components and structural assemblies according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. This position supports production operations by performing MIG, TIG, and other welding processes while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity requirements are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, spot welding, and other approved welding processes on sheet metal components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate welding equipment, fixtures, hand tools, and measuring instruments.
• Fit, align, and secure parts prior to welding.
• Inspect completed welds for accuracy, strength, appearance, and conformance to specifications.
• Grind, sand, and finish welded assemblies as required.
• Maintain production schedules and achieve established productivity goals.
• Identify and report quality concerns, equipment issues, or safety hazards.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities when required.
• Complete production documentation and quality records accurately.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of welding equipment and work areas.
• Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in lean manufacturing activities.
• Cross-train and assist in other production areas as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of welding experience in a manufacturing or sheet metal fabrication environment.
• Proficiency with MIG welding; TIG welding experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of measuring tools including tape measures, calipers, squares, and gauges.
• Basic understanding of fabrication processes and manufacturing principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS welding certification.
• Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication and assembly operations.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to meet production and quality expectations in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to use hands and arms for welding, grinding, and assembly tasks.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, sparks, fumes, and moving equipment.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, welding helmet, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a sheet metal manufacturing facility. The employee is regularly exposed to welding fumes, noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures. Strict adherence to safety procedures and quality standards is required.

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