Welder

Job Position: Welder

Location: Aurora, IL 60502

Pay Rate: $17.00/hr

Shift: 1st

Description: Payrate: $17.00
Hours: Monday thru Thursday 7am-5:30pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Applies welding knowledge and skills to fabricate products. Completes work orders based on production goals. Utilizes analytical skills to determine the most efficient and effective tools and methods to apply to work. Takes precise measurements to ensure fit of product components. Maintains equipment in good working condition and conducts regular maintenance on equipment. This may include but is not limited to switching out filler wire, maintaining wire speed and voltage accuracy, and cleaning used equipment. Reports any issues, malfunctions, or defects related to parts, machinery, and work orders. Reads engineering drawings. Adheres to quality standards as set forth by operations. Performs quality analysis of completed work and escalates concerns to supervisor. Communicates with colleagues appropriately to ensure standard operating procedures are being appropriately followed. Follows safety standards as set forth by operating procedures. Interacts with heavy machinery on an as-needed basis. Wears mandatory safety gear. This includes a welding mask, welding gloves, a welding jacket, safety glasses when not welding, and a safety vest when not welding.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or equivalent certificate preferred Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions and follow established procedures Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Understand basic math including fractions, percentages, addition, subtraction, etc. Ability to use technology on a basic level Possesses a team-player attitude Ability to think critically and problem solve Learns quickly to absorb new information, adapt to change, and apply new skills

PREFERRED SKILLS Welding education (certificate or course) Professional welding experience (MIG) Forklift driving experience MRP experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT Warehouse plant working conditions including loud machinery and equipment. Plant presence requires attention to surroundings to uphold safety guidelines and standards. Dress requirements include long pants that cover legs in entirety, long hair to be pulled and tied back. Preferred dress includes steel-toed shoes and long sleeved shirts. Short-sleeved shirts will be permitted when weather drives extreme-hot temperatures in the plant.

NOTE Must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.