Job Description Job Description
Summary:
Welds primarily aluminum and steel component parts to comply with specifications as listed in standard prints, custom blue prints, job travelers, or other work instructions. Does so in a timely and effective manner using primarily M.I.G. welding equipment.
Essential Duties and responsibilities:include the following.
Physical presence at work is an essential job function for this position.
Reviews part prints and quantity requirements and secures appropriate materials, tooling and equipment to produce quality parts in a timely manner.
Utilizes fixtures, jigs, and tools to secure component parts safely and correctly for fabrication.
Tack welds pieces as necessary, then welds complete and/or weld parts complete directly, always operating equipment safely and per manufacturers and Autogate's requirements or specifications.
Break all sharp edges and remove weld spatter. Cleans or degreases parts if required.
Records time, quantities, and materials accurately on paperwork and in production software system.
Inspects parts as required to assure quality product is being produced.
Immediately notifies supervisor if component parts or parts being made are nonconforming or there is an issue making quality product.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to ten (10) pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Education/Experience :
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or three (3) to six (6) months related experience and/or training in similar environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Language Skills:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Must be able to read a blueprint and read a tape measure to 32nds of an inch. Ability to use and read measuring devices such as calipers and micrometers is preferred.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Expectations
All employees should report to work as scheduled refreshed and prepared to be productive
Employees should display honesty, fairness, integrity, and compassion
Employees should contribute to making the work environment safe
Employees should display respect for self, others, the AutoGate brand
Employees should seek to contribute to the overall quality of the product, display integrity, and seek areas for continuous and product improvement.
Employees should be passionate about their job, and be aware of their contributions to the success of the company
Personal Protective Equipment
The person performing this job function is required to wear safety glasses with side shields at any time that are performing any duties in the production area of the shop. The person performing this job function is required to wear safety shoes and a welding helmet when welding.
Company Description
AutoGate, Inc. is located near the shores of Lake Erie in Berlin Heights Ohio. We are a family-owned business founded in 1986. With a reputation for quality, we are the leading manufacturer of Vertical Pivot Gate systems. In addition to manufacturing the first UL 325 compliant vertical pivot gate operator, we also offer a full line of reversing/safety, accessory, and access control devices.
Company Description AutoGate, Inc. is located near the shores of Lake Erie in Berlin Heights Ohio. We are a family-owned business founded in 1986. With a reputation for quality, we are the leading manufacturer of Vertical Pivot Gate systems. In addition to manufacturing the first UL 325 compliant vertical pivot gate operator, we also offer a full line of reversing/safety, accessory, and access control devices.
