Associate Welder - 1st shift

Hyosung Hico Ltd; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyosung Hico Ltd in Memphis, TN, is seeking a skilled welder who will be responsible for welding parts or assemblies according to specifications. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of MIG and TIG welding, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read manufacturing drawings.

This position requires the ability to inspect quality, perform preventative maintenance on equipment, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Qualified applicants will have good mechanical skills and basic math abilities.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent with technical training preferred.
• Knowledge of MIG and TIG welding, including troubleshooting.
• Ability to learn weld criteria and inspection methods.

Responsibilities

• Weld parts or assemblies according to specifications.
• Inspect and document quality criteria during the manufacturing process.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and fixtures.

Skills

Knowledge of welding with MIG and TIG

Basic mechanical/technical skills

Ability to read manufacturing drawings

Basic math skills

Ability to use basic hand and power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Industrial measuring tools

Weld fixtures

Job description

Essential Functions

• Weld parts or assemblies; position, align, and fasten assemblies to product, subassemblies, or frames per prints, product specifications or as directed.
• Set up and verify fixtures and templates, and/or lay out product using prints.
• Measure and adjust parts using measuring instruments such as scales, calipers and micrometers.
• Inspect, verify, and document quality criteria during manufacturing to ensure that units meet exact specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.
• Read prints, bills of material, specifications and work instructions to determine proper component parts for processing, assembly and installation.
• Safely move, handle and store materials without damaging items.
• Use welding and processing equipment in accordance to safety, procedure, and work instructions.
• Follow and comply with standard work procedures and sequence of operations to consistently meet manufacturing standards for safety, quality, cost, and productivity.
• Perform TPM and preventative maintenance tasks on equipment, machines, and fixtures.
• Practice 6S and comply with all safety rules, guidelines and safe working practices.
• Safely operate material handling and lifting equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, motorized scissor lifts and work platforms.
• Actively assist in troubleshooting and implementation of corrective actions.
• Assist other manufacturing areas as needed.
• Support and assist the Manufacturing Supervisor / Manager as needed.
• Understand and work under the direction of the appropriate Hyosung HICO policy and/or procedure.
• Know Hyosung HICO’s Quality and Environmental Policies. Be able to fully discuss the importance of these policies and how they impact work.

THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE REPRESENTS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED.

Non-essential Functions

• Perform basic preventative maintenance and TPM on equipment/machines.
• Assist with completing process check sheets and verifying the work of other employees according to Company procedures.
• Assist in troubleshooting and implementation of corrective actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Special Skills/Experience/Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in a technical field or vocational/trade school certification preferred and less than five years of training and/or experience in custom order/precision manufacturing or fabrication environment, or equivalent education and experience.
• Knowledge of welding with MIG and TIG required, including troubleshooting and repair of weld equipment and fixtures.
• Ability to learn and understand weld criteria and inspection methods.
• Basic mechanical/technical and troubleshooting skills required.
• Ability reading manufacturing drawings/specifications, prints or work instructions required.
• Basic knowledge using and setting up weld fixtures required, experience performing product layout per print desired.
• Basic math skills required.
• Basic computer skills required; advanced knowledge of Windows applications desired.
• Knowledge and use of basic industrial measuring tools required.
• Experience using various hand and power tools.
• Ability to understand MIG and TIG weld, perform product layout and/or setup fixtures, and inspect work.
• Ability to work at elevated heights and climb stairs.
• Ability to work in normal indoor temperatures.
• Ability to stand and walk minimum 6‑8 hours per day.
• Ability to sit, squat, bend, stretch, and kneel frequently.
• Ability to forcefully grasp tools and materials for extended durations.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform repetitive movement.
• Ability to use all applicable PPE including but not limited to hard hat, safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and gloves.

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