Welder 2nd Shift

J C FORD COMPANY; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

JC Ford Company is seeking a welder to fabricate and weld structural metal parts in a manufacturing setting. The role involves reading blueprints, taking measurements, and using grinders and calipers to prepare pieces for welding.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of steel and aluminum experience, reads drawings, and can operate manual and automated welders. A high school diploma or GED is required; a welding certificate is preferred, and safety is a priority.

Qualifications

• Weld structural metal products using various equipment and maintain welding gear.
• Read blueprints and measurements to plan layouts for jobs.
• Comfortable using grinders, calipers, rulers, and clamps.
• Ability to read and understand shop drawings and perform basic shop math.

Responsibilities

• Weld using manual and automated units in various positions as required.
• Fabricate parts by reading blueprints and using measuring devices.
• Maintain arc length and bead depth to meet fusion specifications.
• Inspect welds for bead size and quality; grind joints as needed.
• Ensure safety and organize workflow for timely production.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding experience

Measurement & math

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certificate preferred

Tools

Grinders

Calipers

Rulers

Clamp pieces/tools

Job description

Description

Description

The welder is responsible for welding structural metal products using various equipment including welders, shears, grinders, ironworker, or plasma cutters, and for the maintenance of welding equipment.

Requirements

• Read blueprints & drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout for a specific job.
• Prepare work via the use of grinders, calipers, rulers, and clamp pieces.
• Operate manual and automated welding units in various positions (vertical, horizontal, etc.) according to job requirements
• Fabricate new or replacement parts by reading blueprints and use of measuring devices.
• Maintain length of the arc and speed of movement to form a specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Grind or clean weld joint of workpiece.
• Repair improperly welded pieces and fill holes.
• Tack assemblies together.
• Able to wear specialized protective or safety equipment
• Assemble component parts using hand and small power tools.
• Maintain equipment and change hoses, fittings, air valves, suspension parts, etc. when required
• Ensure efficient and timely processing of various job orders by organizing work to be performed according to complexity, materials used, anticipated completion time, etc.
• Account for time and work completed via online computer terminal data collection system.
• Meet established standards for productivity and quality. Confer with the supervisor when problems occur that impact expected levels of performance.
• Comply with plant safety procedures to ensure a safe environment.

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D.)
• Welding certificate highly preferred.

Experience and Background:

• 2 - 4 years of Steel & Aluminum Experience
• Wire Feed welding, Fabrication with Welding & Layout
• Mechanical with Hydraulics (preferred)
• Comfortable using power tools, pneumatic wrenches, grinder; etc.
• Demonstrate competency in basic shop math
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawings.
• Flexible and responsive, with a strong teamwork orientation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed and continuous improvement.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Possess the ability to drive for results, hold self-accountable, and continuously improve.
  

Physical Requirements

The majority of the job function is performed in a manufacturing environment requiring high safety precautions.

JC Ford Company is an equal-opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (mental or physical), pregnancy, status as a parent, family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation, military service/protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. We will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, or local agencies.