Welder I - 2nd Shift

Gray Manufacturing Company; Saint Joseph, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Manufacturing Company seeks an entry-level welder for 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 4:30pm-3:00am) to perform welding tasks using handheld guns powered by generators. Applicants must have vocational training or equivalent and pass a welding test.

Responsibilities include producing welded components, handling parts with monorails or a bridge crane, reading blueprints, maintaining weld equipment, and ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Welding test will be given prior to job award.
• Must pass welding certification test in flat position within six months of start date.
• Vocational/On-the-job training is acceptable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Produce welded components by following procedures using short arc and spray transfer.
• Hang components on monorail or skid/pallet for further processing.
• Follow drawings/blueprints to meet specifications.
• Prepare and maintain welding machines; assist Robot welder operations.
• Maintain equipment and inspect processed parts for quality.
• Resolve production problems with leadmen and supervisors.
• Document work activities with time sheets and work orders.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

Vocational school training or equivalent

Tools

Robot welder

Bridge crane

Job description

Description

The current openings are for 2nd shift (Monday - Thursday 4:30pm-3:00am)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

JOB PURPOSE

Performs entry-level metal welding skills requiring normal technical know-how, dexterity, and experience by using a manual hand-held welding gun, powered by an electric generator or rectifier type machine.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1. Produces welded components by following established procedures, using short arc and spray transfer on designated weld fixtures to meet production requirements.
2. Hangs processed components on a monorail or places them in a skid/pallet in accordance with established procedures for further processing. Moves materials into and away from weld fixtures both manually and with use of a bridge-crane.
3. Follows established procedures and engineering drawings/blueprints to meet engineering specifications.
4. Prepares and maintains the welding machine for production without assistance by following operator's manual and verbal instructions to obtain acceptable welds; adjusting controls as necessary; assists with Robot welder operations.
5. Maintains specifications by observing operations; detecting malfunctions; and inspecting processed parts.
6. Resolves production problems by working as a team player with leadmen and supervisors.
7. Ensures operation of equipment by performing routine maintenance; following machine manufacturers' instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions and reporting all discrepancies and malfunctions to supervisor immediately.
8. Documents work activities by using time sheets and work orders records per established procedures.
9. Contributes to a team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Produces goods of high quality in a timely manner and to the best of his/her ability.
10. Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

OCCASIONAL DUTIES

Serves in other job capacities, labor pool or where qualified on a short-term basis.

Requirements

• Vocational school training or equivalent on the job training to qualify
• A welding test will be given prior to award of the job to qualify any applicant
• Holder of this job must pass designated welding certification test in the flat position within six (6) months of the job award date

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Note: The above description reflects the general details of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Advancement to Welder II is dependent upon time and ability development.