Welder - 3rd Shift

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

To proficiently fabricate and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials, sheet, plate and structural steels by using the following machines and equipment

Machine Operator

Must develop competency and achieve proficiency in the following operations: Grinder, belt sander, shot blast, vibratory finish, layout, shear, punch, lathe, Machining Center, saw & threading machine, radial drill, and proficiency in operating the Plasma Cutter

Welder

Fabrication of Components (externals): Able to work in A setup, B setup, LA Bracket, Small Components, plus Cubicles, Conservators, and Turrets. Fabrication of the Take Cover and Core Clamps

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To receive assignments and instructions from supervisor both verbal and written

To read and understand schedule and work flow requirements

To obtain, read, understand and follow guidelines set forth in shop documents, prints, and paperwork including E.I.'s, M.P.'s, and blueprints

To obtain raw materials or parts and load to work centers as needed; organize/layout own work

To keep tools, equipment, machines and work area clean and organized; Verify crane at beginning of the shift (crane cables & limit switches), and man lifts

To inspect parts, materials, and assemblies for conformance to applicable specifications and design criteria

Investigate potential and actual non-conformances and recommend corrective actions

Perform minor repairs and machine maintenance

Produce the product accurately within the established standard

Use Time and Attendance system to accurately to punch in and out

Machine Operator

Manually program small piece parts, and set up and operate machines

Identify all finished pieces and aside to next work center, storage or queue area

Identify and aside excess stock to the appropriate storage locations

Sand, grind, wash or shot blast plate steel, structural or purchased parts to prepare them for entry to the manufacturing areas

Welder

Weld components with appropriate techniques and repair if defective

Inspect welding processes, materials, etc. for conformance to design criteria, applicable specifications, and inspection procedures

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Operate overhead and jib cranes, man lifts, fork trucks and miscellaneous other tools

Machine Operator:

Engine lathe, radial drill press, band saw, press brake, shear, wheelabrator, grinders, hydraulic punch, pipe and rod threaders, numerical control Plasma-Cutter, Numerical Control Machining Center, numerical control saw, measuring tools such as tapes; calipers, and micrometers, thread gages, jig, dies, fixtures

Welder:

Submerged Arc (SAW), Stick Welding (SMAW), MIG Welding (GMAW), Oxyacetylene Torches, Plasma Cutting, Air Arc Gouging, Brazing, Stud Welding, and TIG (GTAW) equipment. Also, Welding Positioners & Fixtures, Portable Grinders, and Leak Test Equipment

Work with various size plate and sheets steels, bar and round stocks, miscellaneous structural steels, hot, cold alloyed and stainless steels, steel and casting pieces, purchased components, copper, copper alloys, Silphos, flux grinding discs, anti-spatter, welding wire, aluminum and others

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education / Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

CONTEXT

Reports To:

Production Supervisor

Number of Staff:

0

Department:

Welding

Pay Grade

L17

Location

Waukesha

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Key Working Relationships

Plant Supervision, Quality, Planning, etc.

Engineering Organization, including mechanical, electrical and manufacturing engineering groups

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to occasionally sit, walk. Climb, balance, push, pull, carry, work below waist level and foot use.

Working Conditions

Shop-floor located on large manufacturing plant.

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Full-time