Welding Technician (Drums)

Job Title: Welding Technician 

Division: Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI)

Location: Corning, IA - On-site

Shift: 1st

Salary Grade: 1

FLSA: Non-Exempt 

Physical Grade: 3

Job Status: Full Time 

Travel Required: 0%  

Revision Date: September 6, 2024 

Reports To: Production Supervisor

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Produce defined quantity of parts and components according to company and customer specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, the employee owner will:

• Ensure parts and components are accurate according to specifications.
• Jig, assemble, and weld parts and components.
• Operate a wire welder; follow specifications in regards to weld penetrations, appearance, and quantity.
• Operate various hand tools and machinery to meet expectations on quality, including but not limited to lathe, grinder, and torch.
• Grind, clean, and/or bevel fit-up of welds where required.
• Use and understand various paperwork (e.g., schedules, prints, technical specifications, etc.).
• Request and/or gather raw materials, parts, and components necessary to complete task.
• Perform extra assignments in other areas and related task assignments in the work area.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintenance within the work area.
• Regular, consistent attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS 

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.

• Strong commitment to quality and working safely.
• After reasonable training will demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and the ability to operate equipment to company specifications.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn processes.
• Must have strong organizational skills, handle multiple projects, and exercise disciplined time management. 

• Ability to work independently and as a team without supervision.
• Demonstrate a consistent and appropriate sense of urgency.
• Ability to interact with Management Team in a professional manner to continually enhance the company’s performance.
• Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written.

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS 

• High school diploma or a general education degree (GED); or
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES 

• PPI Weld Certification preferred but not required.
• Continually participate in additional training related to the job.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; uses equipment properly.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures. 
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

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 position, the employee:

• Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
• Must be able to frequently use hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently stand and walk. 
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move more than 50 pounds with assist available. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• The noise level in the work environment is usually LOUD.
• Occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), risk of radiation and vibration.
• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection required where posted. Gloves, grinding helmet, welding helmet, welding coat and welding chaps required. Additional PPE may be required depending on the area in which work is being performed.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Precision, Inc.