Welder

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial machinery manufacturing is seeking a Welder to join their team in Charlotte, NC. The Welder will be responsible for completing fabrication orders while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining high productivity. This role requires expertise in welding operations, blueprint reading, and a strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in industrial fabrication welding and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industrial fabrication welding experience.
• Ability to pass a physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hand and power tools for welding.
• Examine workpieces for defects and ensure they meet specifications.
• Fabricate products matching production specifications.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Adaptability

Independence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Welding tools

Job description

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Job Summary

The Welder is responsible for completing assigned welding tasks as part of a team to produce customer fabrication orders accurately and on schedule. The role emphasizes maintaining high productivity and safety standards while adhering to all company safety protocols. The Welder reports to the Operations Manager and may be supervised daily by the Production Manager or Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• Welding Operations: Set up and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment. Perform welding on components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Safety Practices: Operate safety equipment and adhere to safe work habits to maintain a safe working environment.
• Preparation and Assembly: Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies before welding using appropriate tools.
• Inspection and Measurement: Examine workpieces for defects and measure them to ensure they meet specifications.
• Material Handling: Weld using various materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and other alloys. Prepare surfaces by cleaning and removing contaminants.
• Tool and Equipment Selection: Select and install torches, tips, filler rods, and flux according to specifications.
• Process Monitoring: Monitor welding processes to prevent issues like overheating or distortion.
• Technical Reading: Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to plan welding operations.
• Marking and Tagging: Mark or tag materials with job identifiers as required.
• Maintenance and Repair: Detect faulty equipment or materials and notify supervisors. Repair products as needed.
• Fabrication: Fabricate products matching production specifications.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks to support production goals.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years of industrial fabrication welding experience; ability to pass a weld test may be required.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and follow blueprints and specifications.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer skills and familiarity with welding tools and equipment.
• Education: High School diploma or GED; vocational or on-the-job experience preferred.
• Attention to Detail: Careful and thorough in completing tasks.
• Dependability: Reliable and responsible.
• Adaptability: Flexible to changing work conditions.
• Independence: Capable of working independently.
• Physical Examination: Ability to pass a physical exam.
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history.

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing