Description
The spot welder operator is responsible for setting up and safely operating spot weld machines, and to spot weld metal parts, components or assemblies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Operate spotwelder (single/multi-head) · Ensure equipment is set up properly according to specifications · Check and test welds · Clean tips when necessary · Complete coupon tests after every tip change · Complete all paperwork and data entry as required · Perform other duties as assigned by Lead Hand or Supervisor · Produce quality welds as per drawings/work instructions and customer requirements · Follow work instructions, read drawings and maintain standard times · Check and test welds as per department procedures and quality standards · General housekeeping and day to day tool maintenance to ensure equipment is working properly · Complete all paperwork and data entry as required · Follow all ISO procedures and maintain quality standards · Follow all safety procedures and policies · Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Lead Hand
Requirements
· High school diploma or GED is required. · Passing a qualified Welding Test and class-appropriate level of experience is required. · Higher vocational welding background is preferred but not required. · Experience in machine operation in a manufacturing environment is required. · An ability to operate and set up square as per work instructions is required. · An ability to follow written and verbal instructions is required. · An ability to accurately measure and read measuring tape is required. · An ability to complete paperwork and data entry is required. · An ability to read drawings to ensure the part is to run according to specifications and work instructions is required. · Working the first or second shift and weekends and overtime as needed is required. · Experience in an ISO 9001 environment is preferred but not required. · A focus on safe working procedures is required. · An ability to follow Supervisor and Managers instructions and help in other departments as needed is required. · The ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality is required. · The ability to remain organized with a keen attention to detail in a fast-paced environment is required. · The ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines utilizing excellent time management skills is required. · Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are required.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
· This position is a manufacturing role with most of the work performed in our shop, which is a heavy construction and fabrication environment. · Must be able to withstand at least 10 hours of standing and walking. · Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, stoop, squat, and crawl into awkward spaces. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include natural or corrected close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. · Long hours in the shop require fine dexterity use of hands/fingers for sustained periods of time. · Must possess the ability to work in a team environment with regular and predictable attendance. · Must be able to tolerate exposure to a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment. · Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance. · Must be able to follow all safety protocols.