JOB SUMMARY:
This position applies appropriate welding processes to meet specifications, inspect and repair welds as needed to support the production and assembly of exhaust pipe components.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Handle materials and tools, set-up to complete appropriate weld processes and inspect all welds and products to assure weld specifications are met.
· Perform as a team member of a cellular operating group, which requires the ability to learn, perform and rotate to other workstations within the cell.
· Perform safety checks and preventative maintenance on welding equipment to assure good, safe working conditions and complete daily forms.
· Apply appropriate welding process to weld and repair welds on parts per specifications.
· Perform his/her job within acceptable safety, environmental, quality, productivity and performance standards as outlined in plant policies, handbooks and applicable work instructions.
· Obtain supplies and parts required doing the job and performing proper setup of welding power supplies and controls.
· Inspect all welds to assure each meets quality standards, troubleshoot problems and make adjustments as required.
· Assist other employees in cell group when welding is not required
· Clean welding station and maintain neatness in the surrounding work areas.
· Assist the team in 5S advancements
· Assist in the implementation of Lean Principles.
· Overtime as required/requested.
· Other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
· High School Diploma or GED
EXPERIENCE:
· 1 year of previous MIG welding experience
REQUIREMENTS:
· Knowledge and skills of five welding processes. 1) Fuel Gas, 2) Stick Electrode, 3) Gas Metal Arc, 4) Gas Tungsten Arc, 5) Resistance
· Knowledge and proven ability to become weld-certified by the company
· Ability to set up welder, apply appropriate weld process, inspect weld and make necessary adjustments
· Ability to read and understand work orders, directions, charts, forms and safety regulations
· Ability to correctly use and read various gauges
· Ability to work well with other employees in a team concept
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
· Flexibility to work long hours and other work schedules as needed
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs - anything over 50 lbs requires team lift.
· Extensive standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending over, reaching, twisting, arm wrist and hand motion, pushing, pulling
· Manual dexterity
· Good visual ability
· Frequent skin exposure to chemical – based fluids such as coolant, drawing compounds, lubricating oils, etc.
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Ability to use problem solving and critical thinking to approach challenges and prioritize tasks.
· Ability to learn new tasks and complete them independently when required.
· Ability to communicate effectively with production team members and leadership.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
· This job is performed on the production plant floor and may be performed in multiple machine areas/booths
· Varying temperatures (cold to hot)
· Infrequent exposure to outside weather environment
· Fast – paced work environment
· Small, confined space around some machines/equipment
· Wet, slippery floors in some areas
· Exposure to welding fumes and smoke in ventilated booth
· Exposure to weld flash (weld helmet provided)
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.24 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- What kinds of welding have you performed? (For instance - MIG, TIG, hand-welding, robotic welder, etc.)
- Have you previously worked for Tenneco?
- What kinds of metal have you welded with? (For instance, thick steel, thin steel, aluminum, etc.)
Experience:
- welding: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Ligonier, IN 46767: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
