Welding Operator II

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Welding Operator II to join their team. The role involves fabricating and repairing metal using various welding techniques. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 2-5 years of welding experience, with a strong focus on quality and safety. This full-time position requires attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust welding equipment.
• Inspect and test completed metal workpieces.
• Ensure workplace cleanliness and orderliness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Power hand tools

Job description

The Welding Operator II joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weld able material 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 in order 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.
• Assembles parts into fixtures, secure by clamping or bolting into position for welding.
• Selects voltage, amperage and wire feet settings to produce weldments for quality requirements.
• Verifies processes as specified by work orders, blueprints and drawings.
• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Inspects, measures or tests 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 the workplace cleanliness and orderliness.
• Checks the supplied information and materials
• Processes and shapes the material.
• Measures and checks fabricated products.
• Assembles sub products
• Reports whether sub products comply with the quality requirements and rectifies faulty products
• Ensures correct delivery for the next machining process.

Required Education and Experience:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years 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 Safe 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 improvement
• Must be able to operate technical equipment
• Must be able to detects faults and consults with 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 shiftwork.

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 warehouse environment, cold temperatures of 40 degrees , and will be required to wear jacket. Noise levels of 90 decibels can be reached at certain times. Can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles while in 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.

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