Overview
Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products and services. The Welder is responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding, and weld finishing operations to manufacture equipment according to customer specifications.
Responsibilities
- Design, fabricate, join, and/or repair equipment, fixtures, and various types of metal objects and structures using MIG, TIG, Inner shield, and Flux-cored Arc Welding techniques.
- Determine layout of weld parts according to drawings and company/customer requirements.
- Weld according to Oshkosh AeroTech specifications.
- Apply specialized skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment in area of expertise.
- Execute welds in all positions including from underneath to the side, in a variety of shapes.
- Assist during welding of components in areas of expertise.
- Assist with design and set-up of work centers.
- Troubleshoot problems, identifies, and communicates design discrepancies.
- Complete required weld documentation including line check sheets and material movement paperwork.
- Move weldment to the next process verifying it meets Oshkosh AeroTech specifications.
- Use material handling equipment to move parts, components, and weldments as required.
- Perform all duties in a safe manner and keep all employees aware of dangers in work area.
- Practice good housekeeping in work area.
- Responsible for understanding and following all Hazardous Waste Management responsibilities.
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Technical/vocational/military training or related experience.
- Two or more years of weld experience with at least one year in a similar environment.
- Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment.
- Appropriate welding certifications capable of meeting AWS D1.1 requirements.
- Problem solving ability, crane and jib certification, and appropriate moving vehicle certifications.