Welder / Machine Operator

Summary / Objective :

The Welder / Machine Operator at Aalberts Hydronic Flow Control is a critical role responsible for the successful HEP (Hydronic Efficiency Products) operation of the plant. They are responsible for operating equipment in a safe and productive manner, ensuring product quality, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in the production process. This role requires technical expertise in welding, machine operation, and fabrication processes while maintaining compliance with safety regulations and company policies.

Essential Functions :

• Operate and maintain machinery used in fabrication, ensuring proper function and production efficiency.
• Operate and maintain robotic welding equipment and troubleshoot minor mechanical or programming issues.
• Tack and weld sheet metal components using GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding).
• Inspect weldments for defects and monitor automated welding equipment to ensure consistent weld quality and adherence to specifications.
• Operate lifting equipment, including overhead cranes, hoists, and forklifts, using safe lifting practices.
• Perform related tasks such as grinding, cutting, deburring, and removing scrap from tables to maintain workflow.
• Follow and enforce PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) requirements, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve production issues.
• Assist in the final assembly of products, ensuring proper fit and finish.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on welding and fabrication equipment.
• Participate in training and certification programs as required.Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies :

Work Environment :

This job operates in a production warehouse environment

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. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb, or balance as well as stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

Required Education and Experience :

AAP / EEO Statement :

Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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.

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