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Job Description
Job Title: Junior Welder / Fabricator
Location: Bellingham
Functional Area: Welding
Status: Non-Exempt
Last Update: 09-06-2017
Reports to: Senior Welder / Manufacturing Coordinator - Shop Foreman
Job Summary:
To perform welding operations required of fabricated and/or machined components.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Ø Is fully capable in all areas of a Welder/Fabricator.
Ø Visually checks own work and is able to inspect own work before and after first article inspection.
Ø Working knowledge in the implementation of the company's QMS. Working to procedures, flow charts, work instructions, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Ø Consistently produces work of accepted quality within budget
Ø Exercises proper care and maintenance of hand tools and power equipment.
Ø Qualify or be capable of qualifying to welding practices of Hi-Tech Metals quality standards.
Ø Works from general instruction of supervisor who gives verbal instructions and/or welding fixtures for a particular process.
Ø Knowledge of basic fabrication and set-up skills.
Ø To uphold the Quality Policy of Algonquin/Hi-Tech and work towards corporate goals.
Ø Responsible for weld tractability and all pertinent records.
Ø Use of general floor tools for layouts and final dimensions.
Ø Always comply with safety standards in the work place.
Ø Ensure production cycles/efficiencies are met or exceeded
Ø Ensure the company's QMS abides to customer, internal, ISO 9001, regulatory/legal requirements
Ø Abide by the OSHA regulations and standards.
Related Experience and Education:
3 to 5 years experience, certifications a plus
Other Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Ø Excellent communication skills (written and oral), exceptional math and organizational skills. Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills a must.
Ø Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, team based environment.
Ø Strong computer skills including Word and Excel required.
Ø Have experience in blue print reading and use of machine shop measuring equipment
Ø Ensure all components meet specifications using appropriate tools for verification
Ø Possess strong communication and interpersonal skill with attention to detail
Ø Good work ethic and flexibility to work any shift a must
Ø Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadline
Ø Be capable to train new welders.
Note:
This job description is not intended to be a complete statement listing all the duties of the position, but rather to act as a guide towards the major areas of emphasis of the job. As the nature of our business change over time, the position description will be updated accordingly.
Company Description
Algonquin Industries and Hi-Tech Metals has been a leading Precision Machining and Precision Sheet Metal Fabricator for over 32 years. Algonquin Industries Inc. leads in precision machining and Hi-Tech Metals Inc. leads as a precision sheet metal fabricator.
