WELDER II

general equipment; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

General Equipment in Minnesota is seeking a Welder II to join our manufacturing team. You will read blueprints, set up MIG welding equipment, and produce welds that meet precise specifications in a fast-paced shop environment.

Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions, inspect bead quality, deburr and clean welds, and perform routine maintenance on welding tools while coordinating with teammates to hit production goals.

Qualifications

• A two-year degree or equivalent; two to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. This is not an entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, machine drawings, sketches, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
• Set up welding machines and adjust amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse settings according to job requirements.
• Select the appropriate torch, torch tip, and filler wire based on welding charts and the type and thickness of the material.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required.
• Visually inspect welds for bead size and conformance to applicable specifications.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on welding and process-related equipment.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Quality control

English communication

Time management

Education

Two-year degree or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Welder II joins, fabricates, and repairs metal components using the metal inert gas (MIG) welding process. This position interprets sketches, blueprints, drawings, and related specifications to produce weldments that meet job requirements and follows established safety procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodation

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, machine drawings, sketches, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
• Set up welding machines and adjust amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse settings according to job requirements.
• Select the appropriate torch, torch tip, and filler wire based on welding charts and the type and thickness of the material.
• Clean and degrease workpieces as required before welding.
• Position and clamp workpieces, or assemble them in jigs and fixtures, as needed.
• Tack-weld assemblies as required.
• Guide the welding gun or electrode along the weld line while maintaining appropriate arc length and travel speed to achieve the specified fusion depth and weld-bead profile.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required.
• Visually inspect welds for bead size and conformance to applicable specifications.
• Remove excess weld material, slag, and spatter as needed.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on welding and process-related equipment, as assigned or required.
• Move components into and completed weldments out of the welding area.
• Perform related duties and contribute to team objectives as needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of metals, manufacturing tools and processes, basic quality-control expectations, production costs, and methods for efficient manufacturing and distribution.
• Ability to identify and measure materials using appropriate measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints and technical drawings.
• Demonstrated skill and proficiency in MIG welding.
• Ability to perform grinding and deburring operations using appropriate tools.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in spoken and written English and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with management and coworkers.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work; meet deadlines; manage interruptions; and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, remain calm and professional, and work effectively with people who have different working styles.
• Ability to meet the physical and cognitive requirements of the essential job functions.
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A two-year degree or equivalent; two to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. This is not an entry-level position.