Welder-A

Located in Longview, TX

Salary: $19/hr. DOE

Primary Functions:
Must be proficient in all areas of department and all welding procedures as prescribed in AWS and ASME publications for MIG and ALUMINUM welding (SMAW). Must read blueprints and perform shop math to layout, fabricate, and weld various parts and assemblies. Must be able to weld all types of metals, set and maintain welding machine (tip and liner changes, etc.) and weld vertical, horizontal, and overhead. Able to complete all tasks in said work center by standard time allowed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions in English
• Close attention to detail
• Function with a minimal amount of supervision or no supervision.
• Set work priorities to meet production goals as scheduled per assigned department.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those in contact on a day to day basis.
• Meet minimum standards of safety per assigned department.
• Meet minimum standards of housekeeping per assigned department.
• Perform all MIG and ALUMINUM welding procedures (all positions), including machine settings, bottles and necessary fitting.
• Welding of mild steel and aluminum where required.
• Grind and clean area where required.
• Able to use grinder, sander, rivet guns, saws and other air tools.
• Inspect welds for cracks, burn through and weld splatter.
• Read and understand assembly prints, pick lists, weld blueprints, sales orders, and shop orders.
• Have knowledge of all welding and assembler operations in the work center.
• Be compliant with all the rules of conduct and attendance per the company handbook.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.
• Ensure that hazardous waste that is handled is placed into the proper container(s).
• Maintains all satellite and storage containers in a closed position unless adding or removing waste.
• Familiar with Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
• Knows spill response procedures and evacuation routes.

Qualifications/Training:

• Must pass Welder B Certification Test.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, blue prints, assembly drawing, schematics and other written or verbal instructions presented in English.
• Ability to read English and Metric tape measures and use measuring devices.
• Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards.
• Ability to recognize quality expected and be able to reproduce it.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mathematical skills; must have good knowledge of shop math.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must maintain a positive rating as described in the training/qualification evaluation record.
• Must have general knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Be trained in Hazardous Materials Handling Operations with an annual refresher course.
• Hazardous waste training shall be provided to employee within six months of the date the employee filled this position and a review of this training provided every 12 months thereafter.  Employee shall be supervised until training is complete.  This training will consist of at least 30 minutes of classroom instruction and additional on the job training as needed.
  • Training will include familiarization with roles as outlined in Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan

Safety: 

• Follow the company's Health and Safety Rules, ensure safe operating conditions within area of responsibility, and notify coworkers and supervisors of hazardous acts and conditions. Proper use of PPE; use only defect-free equipment. Promote safety in department. Use proper lifting techniques and overhead hoist when needed. Maintain clean and safe working environment in line with 5-S Philosophy. Participate in hazardous communication training and safety meetings.

Quality: 

• Responsible for the quality of work. This requires defect-free work and understanding of the requirements of the company’s quality system as it pertains to job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to check work to ensure conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards. Identify and segregate non-conforming product. Identify the need for and assist in initiating and implementing corrective and preventive actions when appropriate.

Flexibility:

• Able and willing to work in other areas as needed. Must be flexible in taking lunch and breaks when workflow requires. Willing to work additional hours as necessary.

Initiative:

• Actively participates in continuous improvement of products and processes to better serve customers and improve the overall profitability of company. Actively seek out work in other areas when current assignment is complete. Make suggestions for improving product quality, processes, safety, and company profitability.

Teamwork:

• Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of the company and its employees. Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily production assignments as well as special improvement projects.

Action-Oriented:

• Enjoy working hard; is action-oriented and energetic; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seize more opportunities than others.

Conflict Management:

• Step-up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; read situations quickly; good at focused listening; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and get cooperation.

Drive for Results:

• Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job:

• The employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee frequently is required to walk.
• The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit for extended periods of time.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities as required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and squat.
• Ability to work with arms above head.
• Able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.

Education and Experience

• GED or HS Diploma.
• GED may be obtained within the first year of employment with acceptable previous job experience.
• Must possess knowledge of MIG.
• Must pass welding test as a Welder "B".

Personal Protective Equipment Recommended and Required:

• Safety glasses.
• Face shields.
• Welding hood
• Welder sleeves
• Aprons.
• Earplugs.
• Work gloves.
• Steel toe shoes

If you are interested and qualify please complete our online application at www.expressproslongview.com, and send your resume to Amanda.Herrington@expresspros.com. Or come by Monday thru Friday between 8am and 11am or 1pm and 3pm.

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