Welder

Welder

Reports To : Shop Foreman

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Role Summary

The welder / fabricator position is a working shop position at Energy Steel. This person must have a working knowledge and understanding of material fabrication methods, welding, heat treating, nondestructive examination, metal roll forming, cutting, machining, and other fundamental practices common to the metal fabrication industry.

Job Description and Duties

Fabrication responsibilities as supervised by the shop foreman

Welding responsibilities as supervised by the welding engineer

Efficient completion of assigned fabrication projects with minimal supervision

Review of shop traveler, drawings and welding procedure specification(s) for understanding of requirements and awareness of hold points

Assuring all material to be used in fabrication is correct, identified and properly released for fabrication before proceeding with further processing

Self-checking or requesting peer verification to assure all measurements are correct before cutting or further processing

Preparation of parts for fit-up may include, but is not limited to; cutting various metal types to size / shape with the use of oxy-fuel or plasma torches, band saws, grinders, drill press, Bridgeport, or lathe

Properly fit, tack, and weld fabrications as required

Perform general tasks as directed, such as bolted assemblies, simple machining, fixture building, or cleaning and other shop duties

Adherence to the Energy Steel Welding Procedure Specification and Welding Program Manual requirements

Documenting all steps within the weld data record, shop traveler or other required process control documents

Assuring only authorized filler metals are utilized and traceability is maintained

Notification of management in the event a nonconforming condition is inadvertently created or observed

Proficient in the operation of facility equipment, machinery and tools to include saws, fork trucks, cranes, drill presses, etc

Processing of material in accordance with the operations procedures, i.e. burning and sawing

Proficient in marking material in accordance with company policies and procedures

Demonstrates proper use of all safety guidelines

Weigh or count items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards and job traveler instructions

Compliance and working knowledge of applicable quality, engineering and operations procedures

Maintaining a mindset of safety and quality above all else

Participate in monthly departmental meetings

Other duties as assigned

Work Environment

Employee may work near moving mechanical parts

Employee will be exposed to shop elements such as heat, noise, dust, fumes and odors

Employee may be required to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds

Employee will be required to wear appropriate PPE, including but not limited to gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection

Minimum Qualifications

3-5 years of related experience and / or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Must be capable of successfully implementing the GTAW, GMAW and FCAW processes (as a minimum) and also have an operational proficiency in the methods of oxyfuel torch-cutting and plasma arc cutting

May be required to pass a 6G GTAW super coupon test and a 6G GMAW / FCAW 6" pipe test

A working knowledge of standard machine shop tooling and equipment is preferred including, but not limited to safe operation of a Bridgeport, drill press, band saw, grinder, etc

Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, standards and specifications

Ability to utilize available resources effectively to solve problems as they occur

A highly motivated self-starter that works well without supervision

To apply for this position, please send a rsum / CV and cover letter (PDF format preferred) to careersenergysteel@haywardtyler.com. Equal opportunity employer.