Welder /Fabricator

Peak Workforce (Newbold) LLC; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Newbold Services is seeking 3rd shift welders for an assembly plant in Forest City, NC. The role requires interpreting blueprints, fabricating with various metals, and operating welding machinery with strict safety standards.

Overtime is expected and a strong attention to detail is essential. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a welding certificate; at least 2 years of welding experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A valid welding certificate from an accredited institution preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs.
• Excellent knowledge of welding machinery, electrical equipment, and manual tools.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements and technical documents to plan weld layouts.
• Weld small and large components using carbon steel, stainless steel and other alloys.
• Operate welding machinery and related tools.
• Maintain and repair all machinery and keep a clean workspace.
• Weld in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Identify defective items and follow established safety procedures.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certificate

Tools

Welding machinery

Electrical equipment

Manual tools

Oxy-acetylene torch

Plasma cutters

Job description

Position is located in Forest City, NC.

We are looking for 3rd shift welders for an Assembly plant.

Shift hours: Sunday - Thursday 9:30PM - 6AM with OT expected.

Pay per hour depends on certifications and experience

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements and technical documents, or other verbal or written instructions to plan layouts.

• Weld small and large components using carbon steel, stainless steel and other alloy materials.
• Use specialized machinery for industrial welding and use tools to make or repair parts and products.
• Maintain and repair all machinery and keep a clean and tidy workspace.
• Assess welded surfaces, structures, and components to identify errors.
• Follow and enforce strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.
• Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Meet all safety requirements of the company and industry.
• Identify any defective items and handle them according to established procedures.
• Ability to use reason to solve problems as they arise.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A valid certificate in welding from an accredited institution is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a welder.
• Excellent knowledge of welding machinery, electrical equipment, and manual tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs.
• Outstanding attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to lift at least 70 # (maximum).
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks while sitting, standing, or kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Must have good eyesight, including depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Ability to work and communicate well with others.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to sharp objects, fumes or airborne particles, temperature changes and loud noise levels.
• Ability to work overtime including evenings, weekends, and public holidays if necessary.

Additional

Fabricate steel, stainless steel, heavy and light structures, frames, skids, piping, tanks, sheet metals and other projects.

Sets up and operates fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, and drill presses and operate welders, drill press, band saw, oxy-acetylene torch, plasma cutters, etc.

Designs and constructs templates and fixtures

Welds on a variety of materials to include titanium, hastelloy, aluminum, stainless, and carbon.

Performs field welds on equipment and pressure vessels in various locations and positions

Welder/fabricators may be asked to help in the preparation of equipment for painting, assembly of equipment for shipping, testing of equipment, installation of equipment, and other duties required in daily production activities

May be required to get certification in operation of overhead cranes, forklifts, and man lifts.

May be required to work from heights and confined spaces

Maintains equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety