Responsibilities and Duties: • Reviews work orders and parts from Department Supervisor and Lead Person. • Works from blueprints. Performs weld techniques per required material and weldment. • Demonstrated proficiency in mig welding. • Sets-up weld equipment per material type listed on work order. Welds part per work order and blueprints. • Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding. • Use basic power hand tools and grinders to clean up weld work e.g., de-burring, clean weld splatter. • Completes the Weld Quality Check list as required. • Supports the company’s lean initiatives and assists in Lean projects as required. • Follows all safety practices and rules. Maintains clean and safe working environment in line with company policies. • Supports other departments or completes other duties, as necessary. Qualifications and Required Skills: • A welding certification or on job experience is strongly recommended. • Previous experience with mig weld procedures is required. • Previous experience with handheld grinders, drills, hammer, plasma cutting torch, blaster equipment and drill press is strongly desired. • Previous application of lean manufacturing and structured problem-solving tools is a plus. • Good understanding of blueprint reading. • Must be able to read squares and measuring tapes. • Good verbal and written communication skills. • Lifts frequently (50% of normal workday) material weighing 5 – 25 lbs. occasionally lifts (15% of normal workday) material weighing 25 – 60 lbs. lifting generally from floor level to waist level. • Must reach, stoop, kneel and crouch. • Be able to read part numbers and directions provided on a worksheet. • Works within a team cell environment • Must be reliable and willing to work overtime when required. Job Requirements: • Attention to Detail: Welders need to make clean lines and cuts when welding. Paying attention to the job at hand is necessary. • Dexterity: MIG welders work with their hands and need to be steady during the welding process. • Strength: MIG welders often need to lift or hold heavy pieces of metal in place while welding. • Stamina: MIG welders can expect long hours on their feet, often in hot conditions. • Technical Skills: Welding equipment requires technical knowhow, as does reading blueprints and understanding how the final product should look. • Troubleshooting Skills: Welders should see flaws in welds or structural imperfections in the metal. • Good Vision: Keeping a steady eye on the weld as it takes form requires good vision. • Other duties may be assigned. Job Type: Full-time • Prior welding Experience: 1 year