Panel Welder - Entry Level Welding

ZipRecruiter; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing seeks a dedicated welder to work with engineering drawings and fabricating systems. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and at least one year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include operating welding equipment while adhering to safety standards and procedures. Applicants must be physically capable of lifting heavy materials and working in various conditions.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of trade training or related experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and safety manuals.
• Visual acuity to perform job functions.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld conveyor components from engineering drawings.
• Operate welding machines and various hand/power tools.
• Complete required paperwork and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Communication

Reading documents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welder

Grinder

Drill

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Works from engineering drawings and Bill of Materials to fabricate and weld conveyor and components.

Accurately measure and layout holes and locations for welded components.

Adjust welder as needed to accommodate varying thicknesses of steel.

Operates welder, grinder, drill, variety of hand/power tools and measuring devices. Operates overhead crane and forklift, if certified.

Completes all required paperwork, records, and documentation.

Follows and maintains all safety and work rules/regulations including the proper use of PPE: safety glasses, steel toed shoes, welding helmet, grinding shield, tight fitted clothing, hearing protection, and gloves.

Maintains departmental housekeeping 5S standards.

May travel to customer facilities to perform service work.

May assist in training new employees in the safe and most efficient use of fabricating and welding methods.

Works in other departments as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.

On the job as commensurate with this position.

Sheet metal capabilities . The ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, bill of materials, operating and safety manuals, instructions and procedure/work instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Possess a good mechanical ability and can perform basic calculations to operate welding and fabricating machines.

1 - 3 years trade training, and/or related experience or combination of education/experience.

Required to stand, use hands/feet, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, crawl, reach, climb & sit. Must regularly lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Visual acuity as needed to perform the job functions.

Noise level is somewhat loud. May be exposed to fumes, sparks, airborne particles, vibration, chemicals, and extreme heat.