Welder - 2nd Shift

BARNES; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

BARNES in Warren, MI is seeking a welding operator to prepare materials, read blueprints, and set up welding machines for accurate fabrication. The role emphasizes strict quality checks, safety, and meticulous record-keeping.

Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, Excel skills, and familiarity with gauges and bench tools. The position requires teamwork in a manufacturing setting with attention to process documentation.

Qualifications

• High school or GED is required.
• 1 year of solid general computer skills, Excel proficiency.
• 1 year of basic welding and metallurgy.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Capable of using standard bench tools and gauges for setup and inspection.
• Operate computer-controlled machines and adjust programs.
• Maintain neat workstation and good housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for welding and inspect components.
• Read weld blueprints and follow work orders.
• Set up welding machines for materials, thicknesses, and positions.
• Inspect welds and parts for defects; tag non-conforming items.
• Maintain safety and PPE compliance.
• Complete logs and paperwork for each job.
• Support Welding Engineers in process development.

Skills

Reading weld blueprints

Microsoft Excel

Strong communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Protractors

Gauges

Height Gauges

Micrometers

Microscopes

Welding fixtures

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
• * 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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