TIG Welder

Davita Inc.; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a Machine Operator capable of operating machinery in a manufacturing environment. The role involves setting up machines, performing welding, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and a high school diploma or GED, along with relevant experience in machine operation and welding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, three years of related experience.
• Ability to lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs safely.
• Welding certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines in Department 44, including grinding and welding.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and read blueprints.
• Perform assembly operations and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Ability to read and interpret documents

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

TIG welding

Job description

Job Summary/Overview

This position is responsible for the set up and operation of the simpler machines in Department 44. This includes assembly operations, drilling, tapping, grinding, painting and handwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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  Performs all work in a way that conforms to the Company's safety and environmental policies.

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Operate grinders. Removes small quantities of metal to clean parts or to produce close fit between parts.

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Test and inspect welded surfaces to discover flaws Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout.

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Perform TIG welding

    
    
  
  
  • Other duties as assigned
  
  

  
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

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    Ability to read and interpret documents

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

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    High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Blueprint reading

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Welding certification a plus

    
    
  
  
  • TIG Welding at a highly Proficient level
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Ability to lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs. Safely.