Description: The Welder I (WI) performs duties necessary to fit, align, weld and fabricate assemblies, components and weldments on specified KHS product lines, usually of a more standardized or repetitive nature or from more detailed instructions. May perform more complex fitting under direction. Responsibilities:
Performs duties necessary to layout, fit, align, weld may involve pipe fitting, tube welding or metal components for machines which may include large, heavy, structural assemblies. May perform more complex fitting under direction
Studies drawings, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished part, sequence of operations and setup requirements. Selects appropriate materials if not specified and determine bracing needed to avoid distortion
Makes standard layouts using templates and fits and aligns components to make up the complete assembly; measures and marks dimensions and reference points on material or part as guides for fit up and welding
Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, tools, attachments and materials on weld tables.
Calculates and sets controls to regulate welding factors
Preheats materials as necessary and in accordance with specifications.
Sets up and operates Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG), Metal Inert Gas (MIG) or orbital welding equipment as well as sheet metal fabricating, cutting or forming machines to produce parts in accordance with specifications
Fit up and tack weld as necessary using care and judgment to compensate for shrink or distortion
Confers with engineers and production personnel to resolve machining or assembly issues
Use powered industrial trucks to move materials to workspace.
Regularly checks work to verify dimensions, ensure compliance to specifications and make necessary adjustments or corrections
Requirements:
Ability to safely operate forklifts, cranes and hand trucks.
High school diploma or GED Certificate in welding from technical school; one year experience with MIG or TIG welding; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Communications skills, adaptability, dependability, computer skills and or physical demands.