Kloeckner Metals - Americas

Overview

The Welder is responsible for completing assigned welding tasks as part of a team to produce customer fabrication orders accurately and on schedule. The role emphasizes maintaining high productivity and safety standards while adhering to all company safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade.
• Perform welding on components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Operate safety equipment and adhere to safe work habits.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies before welding.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure them to ensure they meet specifications.
• Weld using various materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and cast iron.
• Select and install torches, tips, filler rods, and flux according to specifications.
• Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent issues.
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to plan welding operations.
• Mark or tag materials with job numbers and other identifiers.
• Detect faulty equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
• Clean or degrease parts as needed and repair products.
• Fabricate products to match production specifications.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned to support production goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of industrial fabrication welding experience.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and job specifications.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with welding tools and equipment.
• High School diploma or GED required; vocational school preferred.
• Careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks.
• Reliable and responsible with a strong commitment to fulfilling obligations.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing work conditions and tasks.
• Capable of working independently and managing tasks effectively.
• Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility.
• Demonstrated reliable work history.