Welder - 1st Shift

Barnes Aerospace; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in Warren, MI is seeking a skilled welder to prepare materials, read weld blueprints, and set up welding equipment for varied materials and positions. This role emphasizes precision and adherence to schedules within aerospace manufacturing.

You will dimensionally inspect welds using precision gauges, ensure proper assembly, and maintain a clean, safe workstation while following company policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of solid general computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• 1 year of basic welding and metallurgy.
• Read, interpret, and process to work instructions.
• Capable of using standard bench tools and gauges such as calipers, micrometers.
• Capable of operating computer-controlled welding machines.
• Cut, polish, etch and evaluate pre-weld samples.
• Complete logs and paperwork for each job performed.
• Maintain a neat workstation and promote good housekeeping.
• Must have a valid US Passport.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for welding; cuts, grinds and cleans metal.
• Read weld blueprints, engineered drawings, and follow work order requirements.
• Set up welding machine for specific materials, thicknesses, and positions using fixtures and fixtures.
• Dimensionally inspects welds and other characteristics of parts being welded using calipers, protractors, and gauges.
• Inspects all parts for proper assembly and cosmetic defects; tags non-conforming parts.
• Work outside department as required, primarily in belt and hand grinding.
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules and within standard times.
• Follow safety guidelines and wear all PPE; maintain compliance with laws and MB Aerospace policies.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Microscopes

CNC machines

Job description

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare materials for welding; cuts, grinds and cleans metal.
• Read weld blueprints, engineered drawings, and follow work order requirements.
• Set up the welding machine for specific materials, thicknesses, and positions using complicated weld fixtures and weld positioner (turntable).
• Dimensionally inspects welds and other characteristics of parts being welded using tools such as calipers, protractors, and gauges.
• Inspects all parts for proper assembly and cosmetic defects. Tags any non-conforming parts with re-work labels.
• Work outside department as required, primarily in belt and hand grinding.
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules and within standard times.
• Follow all safety guidelines and wears all Personal Protective Equipment.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Completes all required compliance training. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to MB Aerospace's internal compliance policies and procedures. Takes responsibility to keep up to date with changing regulations and policies.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required
• 1 year of solid general computer skills required, proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel in particular, being proficient in math skills required
• 1 year of basic welding and metallurgy required
• Read, interpret, and process to work instructions
• Capable of using all standard bench tools and gauges required for setup, inspection, and welding of assemblies including calipers, height gauges, micrometers, and microscopes
• Capable of operating computer-controlled machines and making program adjustments as required
• Cut, polish, etch and evaluate pre-weld acceptance samples, quarterly process control samples, and filament change control samples
• Complete logs, check sheets, job orders, and other paperwork for each job performed
• Preventive maintenance of EB weld machine including pumping system and filament changes
• Support Welding Engineers in development of process schedules
• Maintain a neat and orderly workstation and promote overall good housekeeping practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office tools
• Must have a valid US Passport

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