Lead welder job description
Example lead welder requirements on a job description
- Certified in welding processes, according to applicable codes.
- Proficient in MIG and TIG welding.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Knowledge of welding equipment and materials.
- Experience with welding machinery and tools.
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently or in a team.
- Ability to lift heavy objects.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Lead welder job description example 1
Prinsco Canada Inc lead welder job description
Our facility in Prinsburg, MN now has an opportunity in our fabrication shop. The ideal candidate will be leading a small team building custom fittings for our customers, including:
• Using hand/power tools to build customized fittings. • Interpret drawings to understand customer specifications and requirements.
• Coordinating daily work assignments of employees on your crew, including leadership in safety and quality. • Verify that finished goods meet Prinsco's quality standards, Identifying and reporting defects or improper machine operations immediately.
Cultural Expectations: • Demonstrate commitment to high personal & professional ethical standards• Live out Prinsco values through hard work, relationships and integrity• Be consistent with our mission; "To care. To contribute. To solve"
We require the following qualifications: • A high school diploma and at least six months experience working in carpentry or a machine shop. • Knowledge of working safely with power tools and the ability to read and interpret drawings and detailed specification. • The ability to achieve a forklift certification. • Ability to work in a loud noise environment; lift up to 25 pounds consistently and 75 pounds occasionally; use hands and reach with hands/arms, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for up to 2/3 of the workday; and good distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), peripheral vision and depth perception.
DISCLAIMER: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Lead welder job description example 2
Resource Staffing lead welder job description
Pay Rate: $24 / hour
Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Location: Plano, TX
World-wide electronics manufacturing company in the Plano, TX area is looking for an experienced Lead Welder to join their team.
Responsibilities:
- Fabricate, join and/or repair space age metals, scientific and research components using oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Assist in the implementation of master plan to ensure goals and projects and daily productivity.
- Operate grinders, positioners and a variety of welding equipment and hand tools.
- Responsible for keeping track of company tools and equipment.
- Perform a 100% inspection on the first completed part, continue to check parts during the run-in accordance to the inspection report.
- Apply competencies in welding and utilize computer-based software to operate the robotic machine.
- Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished work piece dimensions, and/or numerical control sequences.
- Calculate machine speed and feed ratios and the size and position of cuts.
- Stop machines to remove finished material or to change tooling, setup, or material placement, according to required machining sequences.
- Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
- Monitor machine operation and control panel display and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.
- Ability to read and use tape measure, and measuring tools, and blueprint specifications.
- Manage welding supply and material needs.
- Coordinate activities of employees in the welding area.
- Responsible for taking a proactive approach to continuous improvement including productivity, quality, safety, environmental, and ergonomics as well as being a contributing team member in a fast-paced environment.
Education, Skills, and Experience Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, and preferably formal training/certification in welding.
- Experience operating welding robotic (USS Robot).
- Knowledge of welding techniques (oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, MIG, TIG, tools and equipment.
- Knowledge of robotic welding programing.
- Ability to weld vertical or flat welds with acceptable quality consistently.
- Ability to weld the following and any combinations of the following: Wire 24 gage to 50 & Metal ½ plate to 24 gauge.
- Skill in the fabrication, joining and repair of a variety of metal objects, equipment, fixtures and structures.
- Able to understand and execute instructions/directions.
- Must be available to work weekends and/or overtime.
- Ability to work and concentrate in a noisy environment.
- Ability to wear protective equipment such as earplugs, safety glasses, gloves, welding helmets, boots, respirators, etc.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment as well as within a team.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Skill in both verbal and written communication.
Why Apply?
- Eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance
- Weekly pay periods
- Direct Deposit offered
- Monday thru Friday work schedule – Relax on weekends
Resource Staffing is an affiliate of The Reserves Network, a family-owned and veteran-founded company. Since 1989, we have been bringing employers and job seekers together in a variety of industries and positions throughout the great state of Texas.
As an equal opportunity employer, we value our employees and foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. However you identify and whatever your background, we encourage you to apply today.
Lead welder job description example 3
The Reserves Network lead welder job description
Pay Rate: $24 / hour
Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Location: Plano, TX
World-wide electronics manufacturing company in the Plano, TX area is looking for an experienced Lead Welder to join their team.
Responsibilities:
- Fabricate, join and/or repair space age metals, scientific and research components using oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Assist in the implementation of master plan to ensure goals and projects and daily productivity.
- Operate grinders, positioners and a variety of welding equipment and hand tools.
- Responsible for keeping track of company tools and equipment.
- Perform a 100% inspection on the first completed part, continue to check parts during the run-in accordance to the inspection report.
- Apply competencies in welding and utilize computer-based software to operate the robotic machine.
- Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished work piece dimensions, and/or numerical control sequences.
- Calculate machine speed and feed ratios and the size and position of cuts.
- Stop machines to remove finished material or to change tooling, setup, or material placement, according to required machining sequences.
- Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
- Monitor machine operation and control panel display and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.
- Ability to read and use tape measure, and measuring tools, and blueprint specifications.
- Manage welding supply and material needs.
- Coordinate activities of employees in the welding area.
- Responsible for taking a proactive approach to continuous improvement including productivity, quality, safety, environmental, and ergonomics as well as being a contributing team member in a fast-paced environment.
Education, Skills, and Experience Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, and preferably formal training/certification in welding.
- Experience operating welding robotic (USS Robot).
- Knowledge of welding techniques (oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, MIG, TIG, tools and equipment.
- Knowledge of robotic welding programing.
- Ability to weld vertical or flat welds with acceptable quality consistently.
- Ability to weld the following and any combinations of the following: Wire 24 gage to 50 & Metal ½ plate to 24 gauge.
- Skill in the fabrication, joining and repair of a variety of metal objects, equipment, fixtures and structures.
- Able to understand and execute instructions/directions.
- Must be available to work weekends and/or overtime.
- Ability to work and concentrate in a noisy environment.
- Ability to wear protective equipment such as earplugs, safety glasses, gloves, welding helmets, boots, respirators, etc.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment as well as within a team.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Skill in both verbal and written communication.
Why Apply?
- Eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance
- Weekly pay periods
- Direct Deposit offered
- Monday thru Friday work schedule – Relax on weekends
Resource Staffing is an affiliate of The Reserves Network, a family-owned and veteran-founded company. Since 1989, we have been bringing employers and job seekers together in a variety of industries and positions throughout the great state of Texas.
As an equal opportunity employer, we value our employees and foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. However you identify and whatever your background, we encourage you to apply today.