PRIMARY FUNCTION (job summary/purpose): The Welder 1 uses equipment to joint metals. The welder or welding operator shall visually inspect for weld defects before releasing material to the next station. SPECIFIC DUTIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES (List in order of importance) • Completes set up procedures and operates/ changeover moderately complex equipment • Obtains parts and materials needed to complete tasks. • Store and properly identify finished units • Maintains an awareness of all safety issues within the area of responsibility and responds • Notify the area team leader of unplanned downtime or quality issues. • Periodically checks products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion; resolves any identified problems and alerts supervisor. • Perform other tasks as assigned. BASIC QUALIFICIATIONS (required skills/abilities): • Ability to understand and follow standard work and work instructions • Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and organized condition and follow prescribed safety rules and quality procedures. • Ability to perform repetitive work while paying attention to the detail and quality of work performed. • Willingness to learn new tasks, cross-train, rotate and work as a part of a team. • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. • Ability to follow all safety and quality policies and procedures. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (required): ● High school diploma or equivalent. ● Completion of required GMAW welding training and on-the-job training (OJT) by department & station within 80 hours plus OJT. If required for workstation, completion of a welder/welding operator performance qualification to one or more Welding Procedure Specifications (WPQ/WOPQ). WORK ENVIRONMENT: ● Must be able to operate within a fast-paced, collaborative, and where teamwork is essential, requiring flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines ● Working around moving machinery/heavy equipment ● Comfortable performing tasks in heated areas (around furnaces) ● Operate machinery in a hot and humid production facility ● Must wear proper PPE (steel-toed boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, welding PPE and any additional PPE required for task being performed) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (demands): • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at all times, and 50 pounds sporadically. • Ability to bend, stoop, and work in awkward positions for extended periods. • Able to support some daily overtime and breakdown occurrences. • Possess dexterity and stability as required for precision work. • Ability to complete work involving prolonged periods of physical exertion and repetitive motions. • Must be able to stand for a full shift (8 hours). • Must be able to see details at close range.