Welder-Waverly

Description

Position Summary:

• Review blue prints and work instructions to produce accurate work product that meets quality standards, safety requirements and allotted run times while also meeting efficiency and productivity goals of the department  
• Generate minimal waste and maintain a clean and organized work area at all times 
• Other projects and duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor 

Reporting Relationships:

This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor.  No positions report directly to this position. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND MEASUREMENTS OF PERFORMANCE: 

Welding -

• Perform cutting and welding processes on various types of metals 
• Fabricate, join and repair parts  
• Weld in flat, horizontal or vertical positions 
• Maintain length of arc and speed of movement to form quality fusions, beads, and tacks 
• Use welding-specific safety equipment including but not limited to PPE, ventilation, adjustable platforms, etc.  

GENERAL – Applicable to ALL Machine Shop Employees 

• Follow rules and processes as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Safety and Quality   Manuals as to conduct and performance standards expected of all employees 
• Maintain a positive work attitude that reflects the UEA Core Values (Care, Hardworking/Dedicated, Creative Problem Solver and Knowledge Seeker) 
• Responsible for familiarization with the complete scope and proposed method of design for all assigned United Equipment Accessories’ projects  
• Review blue prints, work instructions, and the production schedule to achieve product specifications and allotted run times 
• Accurately record work in process, job details, labor and attendance information utilizing ERP and other designated computer systems 
• Remain on task, work efficiently, produce work with minimal waste, and complete work according to budgeted labor hours 
• Select proper equipment and materials, verify integrity and maintain specifications through work process observation, making corrective adjustments as necessary  
• Proper usage of gauges, hand tools and precision measurement tools to perform product validation and inspection to ensure quality conformity 
• Report internal and external mistakes or issues that negatively impact operations, product quality or quantity to supervisor or quality assurance in a timely manner 
• Seek opportunities to increase overall efficiency, reduce job costing and run times, and optimize equipment, processes, and materials  
• Perform regular monitoring and service checks on tools and equipment, immediately reporting malfunctions, maintenance and repair requirements to ensure equipment meets optimal safety and  performance levels  
• Maintain a tidy work area and clean equipment  
• Work independently or collaborate with machine shop, engineering, and other employees - when necessary or requested - to complete orders  
• Demonstrate physical, regular, and punctual attendance and communicate scheduled and unscheduled absences in advance  
• Complete tasks and projects accurately, timely and within budget 
• Follow through and communicate questions, project information and status to the appropriate people 
• Demonstrate collaborative working relationships, good judgment, reasoning and professional conduct in all business interactions with employees at all levels of the organization 
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for the position and situation 
• Perform other duties as directed by Production Supervisor or designee 

 WORKING CONDITIONS: The Machine Shop Welder will primarily work in a plant setting which is a smoke free environment that has typical factory hazards including noise, dust, cutting, drilling, finishing, solvents, lubricants, slipping and tripping hazards, blocked walkways, and hazards common to machining of parts such as sharp tools and objects, moving parts, metal shavings and slivers, unfinished surfaces, flames, sparks, cutting fluids, hydraulic oils and smoke.  United Equipment Accessories, Inc. functions in a real market environment that changes at various times of the year which occasionally may create high output or greater time pressure demands.