Welding Operator I

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Welding Operator II, where your expertise in welding will shine. In this full-time role, you'll be responsible for fabricating and repairing metal components, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and adherence to safety standards. You'll work in a dynamic warehouse environment, tackling challenges with precision and care. If you have a passion for quality and craftsmanship, and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to advance your skills and contribute to innovative projects that make a difference in the manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of welding experience required.
• Knowledge of metal properties and OSHA regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust welding equipment using proven techniques.
• Inspect and test completed metal workpieces for quality.

Skills

Welding Techniques

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power Hand Tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Welding Operator II joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable materials by applying appropriate welding techniques. Welds products from ferrous and non-ferrous materials in accordance with the work orders and technical information issued. Expert in techniques required to effectively process (weld) the materials with which they work. The emphasis here lies on welding work of limited complexity. Often produces a complete series of the same product.

The work is characterized by the use of various separating, joining, and forming techniques and high requirements relating to quality and craftsmanship. The Welding Operator is characterized by craftsmanship, accuracy, meticulous care, self-reliance, and quality consciousness. Works in accordance with instructions and regulations relating to working conditions, safety, and the environment.

This position reports to the Production Manager.

Essential Functions (Job Duties and Responsibilities):

• Set up and adjust welding equipment and systems using proven welding techniques.
• Assemble parts into fixtures, securing them by clamping or bolting into position for welding.
• Select voltage, amperage, and wire feed settings to produce weldments for quality requirements.
• Verify processes as specified by work orders, blueprints, and drawings.
• Clean and prepare surfaces to be welded.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Understand and follow all quality procedures and work instructions.
• Examine all welding components entering and exiting the work area to ensure quality expectations.
• Ensure workplace cleanliness and orderliness.
• Check the supplied information and materials.
• Process and shape the material.
• Measure and check fabricated products.
• Assemble sub-products.
• Report whether sub-products comply with quality requirements and rectify faulty products.
• Ensure correct delivery for the next machining process.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of welding experience.
• Knowledge of metal properties, operational sequences, and machine programming.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience.

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities (Competencies):

• Ability to use power hand tools as required.
• Must be able to communicate with others.
• Must be able to follow and understand instructions.
• Ability to work safely and knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be a team player.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints.
• Attention to detail.
• Must have a strong willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work with little supervision.
• Must monitor and maintain quality.
• Must be able to identify process improvements.
• Must be able to operate technical equipment.
• Must be able to detect faults and consult with a supervisor.
• Knowledge of commonly-used welding concepts, practices, and procedures.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs. May be required to work overtime, weekends, and shift work.

Travel:

This position does not require travel.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment/physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee will be subject to a warehouse environment, cold temperatures of 40 degrees, and will be required to wear a jacket. Noise levels of 90 decibels can be reached at certain times. Can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles while in a manufacturing environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Signatures: This job description has been approved by all levels of management:

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