Welder at JMG

Brief Description

Responsible for the welding for different products to meet company specifications utilizing engineering drawings.

Duties

• Read blueprints, understand and interpret engineering drawings, plan layout specifications, assembly and welding operations. 
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Lay out, position, secure parts and assembly with respect to the standard specifications using clamps, rulers, combination squares and other required tools.
• Develop templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
• Cut electrodes and nozzle tips using chipping knives, hand shears etc…
• Tack-weld or weld components and assembly using gas, arc or other welding equipment.
• Detailed observation of dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
• Inspect grooves, angles, gap allowance using precision measuring instruments. 
• Remove rough spots, and spatters from work-piece using scraper, portable grinder with its attachment such as grinding disc and sanding disc.
• Set up torch and adjust valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws or leakages (in case of enclosed parts) using the required testing equipment such as pressured air (for tanks) etc…
• Inspect visually the welding bead for conformance to the operation procedures. 
• Maintain equipment and materials in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Assist the maintenance crew to carry out a routine maintenance of equipment and machinery.
• Ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed and to maintain all quality systems in order to meet production targets.
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment. 

Competencies

• Comprehensive understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings and plan layout specifications, assembly and welding operations 
• Detailed observation of dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications
• Proper adherence to safety rules and guidelines and knowledge in the use of safety equipment to rescue situation such as fire extinguishers 
• Good Working Knowledge of fabricating equipment from raw materials
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Proficient in Layout, Tacking, Welding, Grinding and finishing
• Exceptional attention to details
• Strong understanding in blue print reading/ weld symbols to accurately build products to specified tolerances
• Must be able to work within a team based environment to accomplish all aspects of welding and fabrication
• Knowledge in use of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
• Able to stoop, bend, reach, or stand up for long periods
• Excellent close vision and depth perception
• Hand-eye coordination
• Manual dexterity and strong physical stamina

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Welding & Fabrication Engineering or equivalent would be a plus. Min 3-5 years of proven work experience in the welding industry with skills in both welding and fabrication.