Under the direction of the Welding Lead, the Welder position is responsible for fitting and joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedules. As a Welder, the incumbent will work in coordination with the Shift Supervisor and other senior management to ensure that the entire customer product is fit and Welded to the specifications of each job and meets the outlined requirements. Consistent production of quality UT passable welds is critical. The Welder is expected to maintain production levels, as determined by the Production Supervisor.
LOCATION: MICA Steelworks Rhome, Texas Plant
Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM with Saturday, as needed.
High School Diploma or GED
1 to 2 years welding experience required
Overhead and Jib crane experience needed
Passing 2G test, T-Joint test and Carbon Air Arc test results
Knowledge of a variety of welder concepts, practices and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of welding symbols, welding diagrams, read blueprints, and/or other printed instructional material in the welding of products or part
Ability to use welding equipment such as torches, torch tips, and Air Arc
Ability to use temperature sticks and welding fillet gauges
Ability to weld with flux core and metal core wire
Ability to work in extreme temperatures (sometimes due to season)
Ability to work additional hours, as needed
Ability to performing welding duties using a wire welder
Ability to weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions
Ability to weld in various directions: flat and horizontal
Ability to perform a variety of specific welder tasks, such as, set-up, laying out work using jigs/fixtures or hand layouts to fabricate parts and/or rework finished products
Ability to work with fitters or fitters/welders to assist in the fabrication or welding of multi-component parts
Ability to operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torch, and other hand tools related to the job’s needs
Ability to inspect and correct welds as necessary to meet product specifications
Ability to examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
Ability to perform job-specific procedures, such as, clamping, holding, tack-welding, heat bending, grinding, or bolting component parts to obtain required configurations and positions
Ability to read, understand and follow job order specifications engineering drawings, and/or work orders
Demonstrated willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position
Ability to maintain functionality of equipment
Ability to maintain quality welds and UT passable welds
Ability to maintain production level as determined by supervisor
Must display a positive attitude and willingness to learn and participate in a changing environment to reach a common goal
Must maintain production and quality of finished products
Must operate equipment safely and maintain safe working habits
Must be able to perform a variety of other tasks as assigned
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents will be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
1. Weld test will be administered
2. Follow all MICA Steelworks Programs/Policies
3. Practice good housekeeping (keep area clean/organized)
4. Demonstrate willingness to work with others in a team environment
1. Full time shop exposure.
2. Extreme temperatures. (Sometimes due to season).
3. No travel requirements.
4. Perform work standing up for 8-10 hours per day and up to 6 days a week.
5. Good vision, hearing, smell and balance.
6. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.
7. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat or kneel regularly as well as climb stairs and ladders.
8. Must wear OSHA required PPE equipment while working, including OSHA approved welding hood, if welding
Employee is expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. Employee must attend mandatory education programs.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week
401(k) 3% Match
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Attendance bonus
Bonus opportunities
Differential pay
Hourly pay
Overtime pay
Profit sharing
Quarterly bonus
8 -12 hour shifts
Monday to Friday
Day shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Welding: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
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