Welder - 1st Shift

BARNES; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

BARNES in Warren, Michigan is seeking a skilled welder to prepare materials for welding, read blueprints, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, with solid general computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel, and basic welding experience.

Responsibilities include dimensionally inspecting welds, maintaining a tidy workstation, and supporting Welding Engineers. A valid US Passport is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general computer skills.
• 1 year of basic welding and metallurgy experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for welding and inspect parts.
• Read weld blueprints and follow work order requirements.
• Keep a neat workstation and support Welding Engineers.

Skills

General computer skills

Basic welding and metallurgy

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Standard bench tools

Job 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.
• Use complicated weld fixtures and weld positioner (turntable).
• Dimensionally inspect welds and other characteristics of parts being welded using tools such as calipers, protractors, and gauges.
• Inspect all parts for proper assembly and cosmetic defects. Tag 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 wear all Personal Protective Equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations; complete all required compliance training; maintain knowledge of and adhere to MB Aerospace’s internal compliance policies and procedures; 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, and proficient in math skills.
• 1 year of basic welding and metallurgy required.
• Read, interpret, and process 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.
• Perform 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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