Welder II Base Days

Hennig Inc; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Hennig Inc. seeks an experienced Welder II – Base Welder to independently perform base-welding operations, interpret prints, and position components to meet print, dimensional, quality, and production requirements.

You will inspect welds, perform repairs, and operate welding and handling equipment throughout the base fabrication process. The role requires 3-5 years MIG welding experience and at least 1 year in a manufacturing environment, plus a high school diploma/GED and a D1.1 flat

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• D1.1 Flat certification within 30 days of starting position.
• 3-5 years experience as a MIG welder and 1 year in a manufacturing environment required.
• Must be able to read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Perform base-welding operations meeting print, dimensional, quality and production requirements.
• Interpret base-weld prints and position components accordingly.
• Produce quality welds and inspect completed work; perform weld repairs as needed.
• Use welding and material-handling equipment required throughout the base fabrication process.
• Independently verify completed work against fabrication prints and specs.

Skills

MIG welding

Base welding

Welding prints

Safety compliance

Measuring tools

Crane operation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

D1.1 Flat certification

Job description

Description

As a Welder II – Base Welder, you will independently perform base-welding operations while meeting established print, dimensional, quality, and production requirements. You will interpret base-weld prints, identify and position components, produce quality welds, inspect completed work, perform weld repairs, and use welding and material-handling equipment required throughout the base fabrication process.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required
• Certifications: D1.1 Flat certification within 30 days of starting position
• Experience: 3-5 years experience as a MIG welder and one year of continuous experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Reading Ability: Must be able to read and understand English

Skills:

• Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions and established procedures.
• Proficiency in MIG welding, fabrication, fit-up, and base-welding techniques.
• Ability to independently and safely set up and operate welding, fabrication, and base work-center equipment to established specifications.
• Ability to locate, read, and interpret base-weld fabrication prints, including required weld types, locations, and lengths.
• Ability to identify base components and verify parts against fabrication requirements.
• Ability to accurately position, fit, and align base components using levels, squares, and other measuring tools.
• Ability to produce quality welds while preventing undercut, porosity, and other unacceptable weld conditions.
• Ability to inspect completed welds and identify welding or fabrication conditions requiring correction.
• Proficiency in weld repair techniques for base-welding operations.
• Ability to independently verify completed work against fabrication prints, dimensional specifications, and workmanship requirements.
• Ability to work independently with little to no routine assistance.
• Ability to safely operate crane equipment after required training and certification to position base components.
• Understanding of welding PPE, shop safety, material-handling practices, and 5S requirements.
• Ability to safely work around forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment.
• Ability to complete assigned work within established production and takt-time requirements.
• Ability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 40 pounds and work with team members to handle larger parts.