Welder

eCom Solutions Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

eCom Solutions Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Welder / Spot Welder to join a skilled shop floor team. You will set up and operate MIG, TIG, and resistance welding processes to build high quality parts used in our products.

This long-term, full-time role offers opportunities to mentor entry-level welders, read engineering drawings, and contribute to continuous improvement on the shop floor while maintaining safety and productivity standards.

Qualifications

• Must pass written and hands-on welding assessment.
• Experience with MIG/TIG and resistance welding required.
• Bi-lingual not required; English reading essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate MIG (spray transfer pulse) welding processes.
• Perform MIG, TIG and resistance welding as needed.
• Interpret drawings and layouts to assemble metal parts.
• Assist others on quality expectations and continuous improvement.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding processes

Good communication skills

Good work ethic

Good mechanical skills

MIG welding setup

TIG welding

Grinding & spatter removal

Maintenance of welding equipment

Reading engineering drawings

Ability to train entry level welders

Windows navigation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical degree with 2+ years welding experience

5+ years welding experience without degree

Sheet metal training or related field

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Resistance welding

Grinding tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder / Spot Welder

Duration: Long Term

Shift: 1stand 2ndShift

The Intermediate Welder is responsible for setting up and operating welding processes while achieving and maintaining established quality and productivity standards. You’ll have an opportunity to use your welding skills to produce high quality parts that go into our products. If you are looking for a role where you can be a part of a team and use your problem-solving skills, then this is the role for you.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Entry Level Welders in interpreting production orders, method layouts and Engineering Drawings(blue prints) to determine the use of fixtures and proper work procedures.
• Perform gas shielded metallic arc welding (MIG), gas shielded tungsten arc welding (TIG) and resistance welding
• Perform additional operations such as; grinding, spatter removal and any other duties as assigned
• Layout, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, such as machine frames and parts, using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy and engineering requirements.
• Process may be non-descript or variable, requiring changeovers/setup, troubleshooting, and adjustment to complete assigned tasks
• Achieve and maintain efficiency standards within 3 months.
• Adept at performing 3 or more processes proficiently within department standards (productivity – quality – safety)
• Utlilize equipment and measures weld length, pitch and size to drive part accuracy within print tolerances and minimize Quality Notifications and Scrap.
• Focus on continuous improvement. Acts as agent of change on the shop floor by influencing peers.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform gas shielded metallic arc welding (MIG), gas shielded tungsten arc welding (TIG) and resistance welding
• Perform additional operations such as: grinding, spatter removal and any other duties as assigned
• Layout, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, such as machine frames and parts, using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy and engineering requirements
• Must be able to utilize equipment and measure weld length, pitch and size to drive part accuracy within print tolerances and minimize Quality Notifications and Scrap
• Assist Entry Level Welders in interpreting production orders, method layouts and Engineering Drawings(blue prints) to determine the use of fixtures and proper work procedures
• Adept at performing 3 or more processes proficiently within department standards (productivity – quality – safety).
• Assist other operators in understanding quality expectations
• Focus on continuous improvement. Acts as agent of change on the shop floor by influencing peers.
• Understand and participate in continuous improvement activities

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
• Technical degree and 2 or more years of welding experience OR 5 or more years ofwelding experience without degree
• Must pass written and Hands on Welding Assessment Test
• History of continuous improvement within previous positions
• Two years general sheet metal training or two years vocational training in sheet metal or related field preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Blueprint reading
• Welding processes
• Good communication skills
• Good work ethic
• Good mechanical skills
• Must be able to set-up and operate MIG (spray transfer pulse) welding processes and prefer TIG and/or Resistance welding.
• Proficient at grinding, polishing and spatter removal.
• Ability to perform basic welding equipment maintenance (Change outs, liners, diffusers replacement, contact tips and triggers).
• Ability to read and understand basic engineering drawings (blue prints) with an emphasis on welding symbols.
• Ability to understand and follow method layouts and process notes on routings (work order).
• Ability to navigate within Microsoft Windows.
• Ability to set-up, operate and troubleshoot three welding processes including but not limited to; repair, large weldments, Robotic welding, TIG, Arc welding or resistance welding.
• Ability to train Entry level Welders at welding processes, grinding, polishing and spatter removal.
• Must be able to read documents written in English

REQUIRED INTERPERSONAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:

• Ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to conce