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A Brief Summary of This Position:
The Welder/Fabricator role is a highly driven individual that will operate various types of welding processes: Corewire, CO2, MIG, Stick, and Air Arc cutting torch gouger. This individual will also run the drill press machine when necessary, and keep the department clean.
Essential Functions:
Read and interpret blueprints to understand work specifications
Use basic setup equipment such as levels, tapes, fillet gauges, and inclinometers.
Keep track of materials, tools and equipment needed for welding projects and inform supervisor in case of shortage
Fuse (weld) metal structural components together by means of MIG/arc welding using one or more processes in the fabrication of work tables, stands and other structures.
Run drill press to drill and tap as required
Perform welding operations requiring most of the following: planning and layout work from blueprints and drawings of other specifications and determine operation sequences.
Perform general fab shop duties, grind steel, drill/tap holes, drive forklift, keep shop and work area clean, and load trucks
Receive cross training and will be expected to work in any part of the plant as required by management
Perform some welding on objects involving moderate safety and load requirements working in one position.
Participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont
Safety policies and procedures.
Movement of pole shafts using an overhead crane and the gathering of parts and materials to complete the project.
Other duties as assigned
Other Important Details about the Role:
This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and has no direct reports
Must have a high awareness for the safety of other employees and machines used in the production area
Ability to understand and follow through with direction from management
Participate in LEAN and 5S projects, as well as keep immediate production area clean
The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner
The ability to pass a forklift driver’s test
The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
Must be flexible to work extended hours including nights and weekends when necessary
The ability to work in extreme temperatures with exposure to chemicals and irritating particulates
The ability to recognize and solve practical problems
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
1 year of previous experience welding in a manufacturing environment
Ability to read and interpret production drawings, specifications and codes
The ability to accurately use and read a tape measure, thread gauges, micrometer, protractor, and dial calipers
Ability to read write and perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with average lift at 10 lbs.
Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
3 years or more of previous experience welding in a manufacturing environment
Experience with or knowledgeable of pole production process
Knowledge of the technological instructions for the production of poles
Ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines in a high volume, fast paced environment
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If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.