Welder I

Ferrara; Holden (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara in Holden, LA is seeking a skilled welder to join our production team. You will perform GMAW welding on large, custom components, read blueprints, and maintain strict quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities include setting up fixtures, aligning parts, selecting weld parameters, and inspecting welds for size and distortion. You will document checks and support training, while following lean methods and Kaizen practices to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Basic welding knowledge with GMAW experience or training.
• Ability to read and interpret basic assembly prints and weld symbols.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Read shop orders, specifications, prints and instructions.
• Set parts in assembly fixtures, align and clamp for welds.
• Select welding parameters per procedures and ensure weld quality and cosmetic requirements.
• Handle large units and maintain efficient welding workflow across the line.
• Document visual and dimensional checks and report issues to supervision.
• Assist in training and orientation of new employees and participate in safety programs.

Skills

GMAW welding

Blueprint reading

Lean knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Basic welding training

Tools

Welding machines

Fixtures

Shop equipment

Job description

SCOPE

Perform welds on components to exacting specifications, as part of the manufacture of large, custom, special purpose vehicles, working within the limits of standard or accepted practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work from shop orders, specifications, prints and instructions.
• Review material and product requirements; ensure that parts are cut and prepared as prescribed.
• Set parts in assembly fixture, position, layout and clamp in place in specified orientation to ensure dimensional accuracy. Select welding parameters per specified weld procedures. Work in teams and follow work instructions to ensure that heat is contained in limited area to minimize unit distortion. Fit, tack, and weld joints in specific locations with designated welding procedure specifications and configuration to ensure compliance with weld size, weld continuity, fill, distortion and cosmetic requirements.
• Manipulate large, heavy units as required to accommodate efficient welding operations.
• Make visual and dimensional check of work and document as required. Move work to succeeding work area to maintain workflow. Notify supervisor of unusual equipment or operating problems.
• Support training and orientation programs for new and transferring employees and report on results.
• The welder is solely responsible for his or her weld quality, which will be inspected by the Ferrara Quality Department, co-workers or an outside third party agency. The company will utilize audits and operator quality tracking to ensure consistency in quality of welds at Ferrara.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Hand and hand power tools, tape measure, level, welding machines, fixtures, overhead cranes.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• SAFETY: Follow Ferrara General Health & Safety Rules, ensure safe operating conditions within area of responsibility, and notify coworkers and supervisors of hazardous acts and conditions. Proper use of PPE; use only defect‑free equipment. Promote safety in department. Use proper lifting techniques and overhead hoist when needed. Maintain clean and safe working environment in line with 5‑S Philosophy. Participate in hazardous communication training and safety meetings.
• QUALITY: Responsible for the quality of work. This requires defect‑free work and understanding of the requirements of the company’s quality system as it pertains to job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to check work to ensure conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards. Identify and segregate non‑conforming product. Identify the need for and assist in initiating and implementing corrective and preventive actions when appropriate. Follow the 3 Don’ts: 1) Don’t accept poor quality; 2) Don’t make poor quality; 3) Don’t pass poor quality.
• FLEXIBILITY: Able and willing to work in other areas as needed. Must be flexible in taking lunch and breaks when workflow requires. Willing to work additional hours as necessary.
• INITIATIVE: Actively participate in continuous improvement of products and processes to better serve customers and improve the overall profitability of Ferrara. Actively seek out work in other areas when current assignment is complete. Make suggestions for improving product quality, processes, safety, and company profitability. Submit these implemented improvements utilizing our Minor Kaizen process.
• TEAMWORK: Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of Ferrara and its employees. Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily production assignments as well as special improvement projects.
• Lean: To daily utilize your skills and experience to eliminate waste and continually improve your process. Additionally, develop your knowledge of Lean through supporting your area in maintaining the highest levels of 5S; utilizing visual management tools that highlight problems and solve those problems for true root cause; participate and support kaizen events; and participating in the Lean Certification and Minor Kaizen programs.
• CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, training programs, and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to changes to equipment or process, new developments, requirements, procedures, and policies. Work towards obtaining your Bronze Lean Certification.
• LEADERSHIP: Lead the team, provide innovative thought leadership on strategies to grow market share, increase profitability, and meet long‑term business goals.
• ACTION-ORIENTED: Enjoy working hard; is action‑oriented and energetic; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seize more opportunities than others.
• CONFLICT MANAGEMENT: Step up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; read situations quickly; good at focused listening; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and get cooperation.
• DEALING WITH AMBIGUITY: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• DRIVE FOR RESULTS: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom‑line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Basic welding knowledge that includes experience or training in GMAW processes.
• Must be knowledgeable in Lean Methodologies.
• Must also have the ability to read and understand basic assembly prints and weld symbols.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift/Push/Pull- Exerting up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Climbing- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Stooping- Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Kneeling- Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching/Crawling/Reaching - Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing- Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Walking- Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

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