Welder - Chicago, IL
Summary:
Responsible for the set-up and operation of welding machines up to ½ “ by performing the following duties.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.- Follow all company welding procedures.*
- Connects cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope and pulse.*
- Sets up and operates electric and gas welding machines to weld metal parts according to work order, blueprint layouts and verbal instructions to meet specifications.*
- Selects the proper torch tip and flux.*
- Regulates flow of gases for proper mixture.*
- Guides electrode or gun along the weld line manually while maintaining the length of the arc and speed of movement to form the specified depth of fusion and bead as judged from the color of the metal, sound of the weld, and size of molten puddle.*
- Sets up and operates stick welding machines to repair, join or fabricate parts by working with blueprints, sketches or verbal orders.*
- Studies blueprints, sketches, machine parts or specifications to determine the type and dimensions of metal the stock requires.*
- Operates forklift as needed.*
- Moves material with appropriate equipment throughout the work area as needed.*
- Welds in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.*
- Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.*
- Cleans or degreases weld joint or work piece using a wire brush, portable grinder.*
- Cuts metal plates or structural shapes.*
- Maintains tools, gages and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.*
- Assists in scheduling work load and recommends tooling needs to save time.*
- Reports production discrepancies to management.*
- Complies with company policies and procedures while paying special attention to safety regulations.*
Qualifications:
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/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
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 regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); outdoor weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; talk or hear.
Responsible for the set-up and operation of welding machines up to ½ “ by performing the following duties.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Follow all company welding procedures.*
- Connects cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope and pulse.*
- Sets up and operates electric and gas welding machines to weld metal parts according to work order, blueprint layouts and verbal instructions to meet specifications.*
- Selects the proper torch tip and flux.*
- Regulates flow of gases for proper mixture.*
- Guides electrode or gun along the weld line manually while maintaining the length of the arc and speed of movement to form the specified depth of fusion and bead as judged from the color of the metal, sound of the weld, and size of molten puddle.*
- Sets up and operates stick welding machines to repair, join or fabricate parts by working with blueprints, sketches or verbal orders.*
- Studies blueprints, sketches, machine parts or specifications to determine the type and dimensions of metal the stock requires.*
- Operates forklift as needed.*
- Moves material with appropriate equipment throughout the work area as needed.*
- Welds in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.*
- Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.*
- Cleans or degreases weld joint or work piece using a wire brush, portable grinder.*
- Cuts metal plates or structural shapes.*
- Maintains tools, gages and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.*
- Assists in scheduling work load and recommends tooling needs to save time.*
- Reports production discrepancies to management.*
- Complies with company policies and procedures while paying special attention to safety regulations.*
Qualifications:
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/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
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 regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); outdoor weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; talk or hear.
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