Welder,
Midmark · Kansas City
SUMMARY
Operates manual welders and weld robots to fabricate metal weldments (from materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates a welding machine to fabricate metal weldments (from materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel).
- Lifts work piece manually or using hoist and secures work piece in fixture.
- Starts machine and observes operation.
- Inspects and measures work pieces to verify conformance to specifications.
- Replaces worn machine accessories and exhausted expendables (such as shielding gases, welding rod and /or wire).
- Adds coolant and/or water to machine reservoir and turns valve to start flow of coolant.
- May be required to operate an industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
- Operates welder to produce parts per specifications. Sets up and adjusts tips, fixtures, amperage and pulse.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Must be able to operate a TIG and/or MIG welder at a level to meet production expectations (quality and quantity). Must be able to pass the Midmark Weld Test.
COMPETENCY/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Assembly experience helpful
- Safely lift up to 50lbs unaided and up to 75lbs with assistance
- Must possess good mechanical aptitude
- Must be able to use simple hand tools and measuring devices
- Must read, write, speak and understand English
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