Welder

Position: Welder I
# Welder IPaola, KS 66071## Description

JOB SUMMARY  Perform manual and semi-automatic welding on all types of materials, components, and products.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  
• Setup, adjust, and operate all types of manual and semi-automatic welding equipment (i.e. SMAW,   GMAW, FCAW, Bortech) in accordance with the proper Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) in an   efficient manner.  
• Ensure welding is being done such that welds are capable of passing RT and UT   requirements.  
• Verify welding and material is in accordance with drawings, standards, and   specifications.  
• Perform pre-heat and post-heat operations.  
• Perform all types of gouging operations.  
• Maintain accurate welding and material records.  
• Clean up welds by grinding, buffing, and/or other means to provide an acceptable surface   condition.  
• Assist and train other welders, as required.  
• Report abnormal conditions of equipment to Foreman.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES  
• Work in a safe and secure manner and comply with the safety rules and procedures.  
• Weld fixtures, temporary lugs, dies, and other non-production items in accordance with the   proper WPS.  
• Perform small repairs and preventative maintenance on the welding equipment.  
• Assist in placing and removing pieces, components, and products to/from the welding   area.  
• Operate jib cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for the moving   of material, components, and equipment from location to location within the plant. Occasionally   operate overhead cranes and towmotors in support of small moves to continue production within the   department.  
• Perform general laborer duties as required (i.e. grinding, loading and unloading of trucks and   railcars, bricking furnace).  
• Keep working area clean and perform housekeeping duties around the plant as required (i.e.
pickup tools, roll-up hoses and cables, sweep).## Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS  
• Required to pass ASME Code welding test qualification requirements in GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW as   set forth by the Company.  
• Capable of reading and understanding Engineering drawings, documents, weld symbols, and   WPS’s.  
• Working knowledge of different types of cutting equipment.  
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs. up to waist.  
• Requires 36 months minimum of job-related work experience.  WORKING ENVIRONMENT  
• Exposure to fumes, smoke, glare, and heat.  
• Possible exposure to weld flash and/or burn.  
• High visual and mental attention required.  
• Exposure to normal shop noises of grinding, chipping, high pressure gas burners, and repair   operations.  
• Moderate physical exertion required.  EOE/Veterans/Disabled
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