Welder

Alkar-RapidPak, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Alkar-RapidPak, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Welder B to join our fabrication team. You will join and fabricate metal components, interpret engineering drawings, and select welding techniques to ensure product integrity.

The role requires experience reading blueprints, setting up multiple welding processes, and adhering to safety and quality standards. Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail are essential in this fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of technical school, a full apprenticeship program, or completion of in‑company four‑year training program to the satisfaction of the plant training committee.
• Ability to read job orders, blueprints, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and cutting lists as required.
• Wire feed weld with appropriate settings for horizontal, vertical, and overhead welds.
• HeliArc weld with appropriate settings for horizontal, vertical, and overhead welds, with or without filler rod.
• Set up and operate the Seam welder efficiently and safely.
• Set up and operate the Bug-O-welder efficiently and safely.
• Set up and operate the Stud Gun welder efficiently and safely.
• Set up and operate the Spot welder efficiently and safely.
• Set up and operate the PlasArc efficiently and safely.
• Operate a variety of shop hand tools safely and correctly.
• Adhere to company quality and efficiency goals and safety guidelines.

Skills

Read drawings

Read blueprints

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Safety compliance

Education

Technical school graduate or apprenticeship

Tools

Wire feed welder

HeliArc welder

Seam welder

Bug-O-welder

Stud Gun welder

Spot welder

PlasArc welder

Power hand tools

Job description

Description

General Summary:

Welder “B” is a skilled professional responsible for joining and fabricating metal components through various welding processes. This role plays a crucial part in the production and assembly of structural elements, equipment, and machinery. The Welder “B” interprets engineering drawings, selects appropriate welding techniques, and ensures the integrity and quality of welded products.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and cutting lists as required
• Wire feed weld which includes setting the wire feed welder to the appropriate setting for performing welds on horizontal or vertical surfaces and for performing overhead welds
• HeliArc weld which includes setting the HeliArc welder to the appropriate setting for performing welds on horizontal or vertical surfaces and for performing overhead welds; with or without filler rod
• Setup and operate the Seam welder efficiently and safely
• Setup and operate the Bug-O-welder efficiently and safely
• Setup and operate the Stud Gun welder efficiently and safely
• Setup and operate the Spot welder efficiently and safely
• Setup and operate the PlasArc efficiently and safely
• A good working knowledge of a variety of shop power hand tools and how to use the hand tools properly
• Perform duties within company quality and efficiency goals
• Follow all company guidelines, (Lockout-tagout, PPE, Bloodborne Pathogens, HAZMAT, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Graduate of technical school, a full apprenticeship program, or completion of in company four-year training program to satisfaction of plant training committee
• Close attention and care are required to prevent damage to equipment
• Ability to read job orders, blueprints, and specifications

Description of physical working environment:

• Visual acuity to read and write
• Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending
• Physical strength to lift and carry 25 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds on occasions
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a variety of hand tools