Welder 2nd Shift

JC Ford Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder for the 2nd shift. In this role, you will be responsible for welding structural metal products using various equipment, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. You will work in a dynamic manufacturing environment, collaborating with a team to meet production goals. This opportunity offers a chance to enhance your technical skills while contributing to innovative projects. If you are passionate about welding and committed to excellence, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in steel and aluminum welding.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawings.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Weld structural metal products using various equipment.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure safety compliance.
• Organize work based on complexity and materials.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Welding Techniques

Mechanical Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Welding Certificate

Tools

Welders

Grinders

Power Tools

Pneumatic Wrenches

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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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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