Welder Technician 1st Shift

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Perform welding and metal preparation tasks such as sanding and grinding configurations.

• Use and conduct proper care of PPE.
• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to determine sequence and methods of assembling components.
• Read and interpret work orders.
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measure and specialty equipment.
• Learn and operate all equipment within the work area (cell).
• Perform rework as required.
• Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in RCI events.
• Willing to move to other work areas in order to support production needs (Cross‑train).
• Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
• Perform MIG welding using a variety of arc and gas welding equipment.
• Inspect assembly/components for conformance of specifications.
• Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces using hand tools and portable power tools.
• Willingness and ability to train new/current associates.
• Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment.
• Maintain daily time records.
• Other job duties as assigned.
• Job duties may vary by location.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Vocational training is desired.
• AWS
  
  D.1.1 weld certification required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend required.
• Basic computer usage knowledge required.
• Ability to read tape measures, blueprints, and schematics required.
• Proficient knowledge of welding required.

External Applicant:
Three years of weld experience. Internal Applicant:
Altec Certified Welder (Plant 24).

• Keep a clean work area (5S).
• Assist co‑workers and group leads as needed.
• Participate in RCI events.
• Knowledge of Altec programs and/or systems.
• Shift work may be required.

Safety in everything we do.

Ensures appropriate reviews have been performed as needed for high quality.

Continuous attention to all job functions ensuring quality products.

Requires outside and inside contacts to carry out company policy and programs; improper handling will have considerable effect on operational results; must often deal with matters requiring explanation, persuasion and obtaining of approvals.

• Enjoy the opportunity to contribute in a variety of areas: continuous improvement initiatives; robotic welding; MIG welding.
• Work in a safety‑focused facility that designs, sells, manufactures, assembles and tests its own products.
• Take pride in your workmanship.
• Thrive in a positive and team‑oriented environment.

Creedmoor is located in the heart of the Tarheel State between beautiful North Carolina beaches and scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Triangle is 25 minutes away, and is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live. Steeped in tradition and history, the Triangle is home to world‑class museums, top research universities, the Carolina Hurricanes, the Durham Bulls, and legendary Tobacco Road rivalries.

Imagine being close to all the amenities of big‑city life while maintaining a small‑town atmosphere – this is Creedmoor.

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.