Welder A

Acuity Inc.; LaFayette, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Inc. is seeking an experienced welder to weld, assemble and finish aluminum parts using GMAW/MIG and FCAW processes. You will interpret blueprints, set up parts, and complete work with precision to meet specifications.

Responsibilities include following safety protocols, maintaining equipment, and inspecting final products for quality. This full-time role requires manual dexterity and the ability to work from detailed drawings in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• GMAW/MIG welding experience required.
• FCAW welding experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Proficiency with hand tools, clamps, jigs, fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Follows Acuity safety programs and requirements.
• Reads, assembles, and welds from blueprints.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces.
• Monitors welding, burning, and fitting to prevent warping or damage.
• GMAW/MIG Spray Transfer welding with up to 250 Amp, 32 Volt, 400 IPM wire speed.
• Performs 1G, 2G and 3G welding daily.
• Inspects final products per print for quality assurance.

Skills

GMAW/MIG welding

FCAW welding

Blueprint reading

Welding tools

Manual dexterity

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinding tools

Measuring tools

Job description

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Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com .

Job Summary

Welds/fabricates and assembles aluminum pieces and products by using handheld welding equipment. Sets up parts for welding; uses hand tools, clamps, jigs, and fixtures. Works from specifications, drawings, and welding symbols. Prepares and completes work on materials by welding, cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Follows all Acuity safety programs and requirements.
• Adheres to production schedule.
• Reads, assembles, and welds from blueprints.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• GMAW/MIG Spray Transfer welding. Settings up to 250 Amp, 32 Volt, 400 IPM wire speed.
• 1G, 2G and 3G welding daily.
• Uses .045 - .052 metal core wire using 90/10 gas.
• Grinds and wire wheels product to clean smooth surfaces for painting.
• Inspects final products to print for quality assurance.
• Tags all final products for identification.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

• Training and experience in GMAW/MIG and FCAW welding is required.
• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding.
• Ability to read weld symbols and follow blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, and angled.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Ability to safely use and lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work standing up to 10 hours per day.

Travel Requirements

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We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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