Welder Fabricator

ZipRecruiter; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in conveyor system manufacturing for the automotive industry seeks a skilled welder in Memphis. The role involves fitting and welding metal parts, operating fabricating machines, and ensuring all specifications meet quality standards. Candidates should have relevant experience and a high school diploma or GED. Join our dedicated team to help create innovative solutions for our customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of on-the-job welding experience.
• Basic reading skills and ability to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Position, align, fit, and weld parts following blueprints.
• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding torches

Fabricating machines

Measuring tools

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications, and using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, and measuring tapes.
• Tack-weld fitted parts together.
• Layout and examine metal stock or workpieces to ensure specifications are met.
• Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers.
• Locate and mark workpiece bending and cutting lines, considering stock thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.
• Position or tighten braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, bolt straps, or bolt parts in position for welding or riveting.
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements and task sequences.
• Move parts into position manually or with hoists or cranes.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders, and drill presses, to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or assemble metal components.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of on-the-job experience
• Basic reading skills and ability to follow directions
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Problem-solving skills using thinking and reasoning
• High attention to detail and self-motivation
• Ability to work in a team environment and respect teammates

Company Description

NKC of America designs, manufactures, and installs conveyor systems for the automotive industry.