Mig or Tig Welder

Responsible for repairing defects in casting by Mig and/or Tig welding and other welding needs in the plant.  Responsible for blending the repaired portion back to the specs of the part, and other finishing/grinding needs of the plant. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

Repairs porosity, shrink, flowlines, cosmetic defects in castings.

Selects the correct welding rod for the alloy of the part being repaired.

Calculates and sets controls to regulate welding machine factors for proper volts, AC or DC, and proper pressure on Argon gas.

Handle castings in a careful manner to prevent nicks and surface flaws.

Handle daily routine maintenance on equipment.

Maintain good housekeeping procedures in work area.

Smooth parts back to the original shape and contour

Help with maintenance projects and additional grinding work as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The job has no supervisory responsibilities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Vocation Certification in Welding and Fabrication, preferred

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and between 50 to 60 pounds repeatedly. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred.  Must be able to pass all applicable certification tests when required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to print simple correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract using whole numbers.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.  Ability to define problems, collect data and draw valid conclusions.