As a Welder II – Base Welder, you will independently perform base-welding operations while meeting established print, dimensional, quality, and production requirements. You will interpret base-weld prints, identify and position components, produce quality welds, inspect completed work, perform weld repairs, and use welding and material-handling equipment required throughout the base fabrication process.

· Education: High School Diploma/GED required

· Certifications: D1.1 Flat certification within 30 days of starting position

· Experience: 3-5 years experience as a MIG welder and one year of continuous experience in a manufacturing environment required

· Reading Ability: Must be able to read and understand English

Skills:

· Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions and established procedures.

· Proficiency in MIG welding, fabrication, fit-up, and base-welding techniques.

· Ability to independently and safely set up and operate welding, fabrication, and base work-center equipment to established specifications.

· Ability to locate, read, and interpret base-weld fabrication prints, including required weld types, locations, and lengths.

· Ability to identify base components and verify parts against fabrication requirements.

· Ability to accurately position, fit, and align base components using levels, squares, and other measuring tools.

· Ability to produce quality welds while preventing undercut, porosity, and other unacceptable weld conditions.

· Ability to inspect completed welds and identify welding or fabrication conditions requiring correction.

· Proficiency in weld repair techniques for base-welding operations.

· Ability to independently verify completed work against fabrication prints, dimensional specifications, and workmanship requirements.

· Ability to work independently with little to no routine assistance.

· Ability to safely operate crane equipment after required training and certification to position base components.

· Understanding of welding PPE, shop safety, material-handling practices, and 5S requirements.

· Ability to safely work around forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment.

· Ability to complete assigned work within established production and takt-time requirements.

· Ability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 40 pounds and work with team members to handle larger parts.