ASTEC

Overview

The MIG Fitter Welder position involves welding metal components to fit and join, fabricate, and repair heavy mechanical products under the supervision of the Department Production Manager. The role requires adherence to safety rules and quality standards while working with blueprints and participating in process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety rules and perform work at a quality level.
• Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project.
• Participate in process and product development and improvement programs.
• Accurately inspect metal prior to welding to ensure clean welds.
• Perform grinding operations that comply with Astec’s standards.
• Perform grinding and pass a required welding skills test.
• Safely perform gang-welding techniques.
• Safely weld vertical, flat, and overhead with both MiG and stick.
• Inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and acceptability.
• Work with Fitters on proper assembly of equipment.
• Keep work area clean and neat.
• Clock in on assigned jobs as appropriate.
• Ensure welding machine settings are appropriate for work.
• Safely use cranes and forklifts.
• Be trained in and know PPE requirements for welding.
• Read and understand weld symbols.
• Maintain welding machines by keeping them clean and changing liners.
• Follow company policies and procedures at all times.
• Follow proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.