Description

The Welder operates MIG/TIG welding equipment to fabricate high-quality metal parts and assemblies per customer specifications, meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Welding Supervisor
Direct Reports: None
Authority: Responsible for weld booth performance, identifying process issues, and halting work for safety concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Expertly operating MIG and/or TIG welding equipment.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to welding, using straightedges, squares, clamps and fixtures
• Ability to make minor welding parameter adjustments to ensure proper weld quality
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with standard inspection tools to ensure conformance with drawing specifications
• Supporting achievement of company standards in safety, productivity, and on-time production
• Reporting all property or tool damage immediately to the production supervisor
• Maintaining a satisfactory attendance record, as outlined in the employee handbook
• Using inspection devices (calipers, pin gauges, check fixtures) to inspect parts, according to print and product inspection plan (PIP)
• Selecting and using fixtures, as identified in the process setup sheets, IQS, or job traveler
• Gathering required documents (process photos, process inspection plans, job traveler, print, and work in process parts) to successfully run the job
• Reading the print fully to understand tolerances, geometry, weld symbols and special instructions
• Separating and labeling non-conforming parts according to the ISO policy
• Understanding safety requirements in work areas and complying with requirements
• Using material data sheets (MSDS) effectively
• Completing daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department maintenance as assigned
• Accurately entering job information, quantities, and inspection results into the ERP systems

Requirements

Qualifications

AWS Welding Certification is required

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 6+ months manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints and adjust weld parameters
• Basic computer and data entry skills (ERP familiarity preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork skills

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Factory setting; exposure to variable temperatures
• Use of standard PPE including eye and hearing protection
• Standing, bending, lifting up to 45 lbs, and repetitive motion
• Requires visual acuity for inspection and safe equipment operation

Additional Information

Employment with General Stamping & Metalworks is at-will. Welders are expected to uphold company values, pursue skill development, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Summary

What We Do

General Stamping & Metalworks is a leading supplier of stampings and assemblies to the North American solar power industry, which is forecasting another decade of double-digit growth.  In addition, we are a key supplier to market leaders in a diverse set of industries including outdoor power equipment, agricultural and construction equipment, recreational vehicles and industrial trucks.

GSM has been in business since 1922, and we realize that our employees spend a large portion of their lives working; therefore, we have invested in the finest facility and grounds in the fabricating industry.  We also invest in state-of-the-art equipment, technology, and in our greatest resource, our employees.  

What Makes Us Different

GSM is proud of our diverse, welcoming workforce, and we make every effort and investment to ensure their success and provide a path to build better lives.  We offer:

•          Excellent wages
•               $2/hour shift premium for 2^nd shift
•          Tuition reimbursement program
•          Cafeteria
•          Fully equipped fitness center
•          Locker rooms with showers
•          Air-conditioned welding department
•          Employee wellness initiatives (on-site flu vaccination, wellness care, and EAP resources)
•          Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
•         401(K), holiday pay, and vacation accrual that starts on the date of hire
• Advancement opportunities only a growing company can provide