Welder - Overhead

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking a Welder - Overhead to perform welding machine part duties and other tasks as assigned. You will set up, operate, and maintain overhead welding equipment, ensure quality parts, and follow supervisor directions.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read instructions, and adherence to safety standards. Physical capability to lift up to 75 lbs and wear PPE is expected.

Qualifications

• Adequate communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Obtain supplies, position work and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Set up, operate and maintain electrodes on an overhead welder.
• Review quality of parts produced and note deviations.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead welding equipment

Job description

• Location 8040 UNIVERSITY BLVD,Des Moines, IA, 50325,United States
• Job Category Manufacturing, Welding
• Industry Manufacturing
• Employee Type Union
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

The Welder - Overhead position will:

Perform a variety of duties associated with welding machine parts. Also required to perform other tasks, as assigned by his or her supervisor.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Obtain supplies, position work and follow verbal or written instructions

2.Demonstrated ability to set-up, operate and maintain electrodes on an overhead welder

3.Review quality of parts produced and note deviation from approved part

4.Report deviation of parts produced to Supervisor

5.Operate spot welders, grinders, sanders and other equipment used on the cabinet line

6.Required to wear PPE

7.Complete tasks as directed with minimum supervision

8.Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards

9.Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task

• Reports problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to supervisor
• Perform other duties as directed that correspond to the overall function of this position
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities
• Desire to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic
• Follow all company rules and policies

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

1.Adequate communication skills; verbal and written

2.Ability to read and understand written instructions

GENERAL:

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for performing this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. This description does not preclude the supervising authority from adding or changing duties or responsibilities as required to meet the company’s needs.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physically able to do frequent bending, twisting, gripping, grasping and lifting

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Physically able to stand for up to 8 hours

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience/combined education

Summary

Perform a variety of duties associated with welding machine parts. Also required to perform other tasks, as assigned by his or her supervisor.