Welder

Company: Team Staffing Solutions
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: May 13, 2020

Job Description:

POSITION DUTIES: Responsible for operation of manual or semi-automatic welding and cutting equipment using the Gas Metal Arc Welding process (MIG) with Metal Cored and Solid wires, Plasma Arc Cutting, and Oxy Fuel Cutting. Fabricate heavy steel weldments using fixtures and by manually locating parts to print specifications using a tape measure and other common fabrication tools. Operate and effectively use common hand and power tools including but not limited to; pneumatic grinder, wrenches, hammers, pliers, etc. Examine work pieces for defects and measure weldments with straightedges, tape measures or templates to ensure conformance with specifications. Complete first part and periodic part inspection to assure part is made to print. Perform regular first echelon welding machine (or other machines assigned to welding) maintenance and reports probable machine malfunctions. Responsible for seeing that functional supplies and parts are on hand for the machine to assure productive operations. Perform maintenance to welding area equipment and tools. Responsible for tasks such as changing contact tips, troubleshooting wire feeding mechanisms, changing wire drums and spools, etc. Welder must work with area supervisor to ensure the area runs efficiently so production needs can be met. Duties include, but are not limited to; alerting necessary persons if critical material shortages are seen, bringing attention to quality issues, etc. Identify opportunities to improve Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery. Must wear and use all required personal protective equipment. Assist other departments when necessary with welding issues. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: Must have prior welding experience; manufacturing environment preferred. Must be quality and safety oriented. Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints. Must be able to operate hand and power tools including but not limited to; pneumatic grinder, wrenches, hammers, pliers, etc. Must be comfortable operating common hoisting equipment including jib and overhead cranes. Ability to compute basic mathematics including fraction to decimal conversions. Accurate problem identification and solving skills is preferred. Must have demonstrated work ethic and work habits that would adhere to company policies. Primary benefits include healthcare insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, vacation, and holidays. Direct Hire Position! Weld for a family owned and operated large scale farm equipment manufacturer in Iowa!

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