Position:
Machine Operator Position Overview: To ensure the availability of MIG/TIG welded components to the next in- process work cell. Location: Chattanooga, TN
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Operate MIG, Tig, Pulse, stick welders.
• Set up various welding fixtures as required.
• Change welding wire, tips, nozzles, gases, etc.
• Read and interpret prints.
• Maintain man cooler by emptying water and changing filters.
• Use pull tester to test welds as required.
• Identify product being welded with an operator tag that includes the item number before product is moved from welding booth.
• Interacted with vendor to help maintain an inventory of welding supplies.
• Complete all paperwork and perform mainframe functions as required.
• Ability to complete and maintain welding certificate(s).
• Ability to identify quality issues.
• Ability to operate robotic equipment.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as required or requested. Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities: • Ability to read and interpret documents such as prints, specifications, safety policies and procedures.
• Work closely with the engineering department to help develop and process new engineered designed products.
• Work with quality department to perform proof testing on quotes and special engineered product as required. Required Qualifications: • High school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Previous welding skills and welding certification are desirable.
• AWS Certification preferred.
• Certification must be maintained and must participate in continuous education.
• Forklift experience required.
• Ability to lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs. Safely.