Welder

In this position, welding occurs in a production environment at a fixed welding station. Welders are responsible for achieving immediate and short-term production objectives laid down by the Welding Supervisor. This position requires near perfect attendance and punctuality. Employees are expected to be in their department area before the shift starts. Reasonable overtime hours may be required to meet production needs. This position reports directly to the Weld Shop Supervisor.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure all parts are produced on time and are of good quality.
• Read sketches, build products accordingly. Check pieces in process against sketches. 
• Apply the correct type and quality of weld as directed.
• Minimize material waste. 
• Responsible for care and preventive maintenance of the equipment in use. 
• Follow all safety guidelines and report violations, accidents and near misses to supervisor.
• Assist in the training of new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
• Follow instructions given by supervisor. 
• Responsible for housekeeping in your area and the entire facility.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Occasional travel may be required. Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Team Player.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Requires the use of cutting torch, grinder, saws, speed square, level and framing square.
• Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/16". 
• Must successfully complete Big Top welding test. 
• Ability to follow company safety procedures and processes. 

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ welding experience or graduation from a certified welding program preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to accurately exchange information with co-workers and management.
• Heavy lifting (50lbs) is required on a regular basis.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials.
• Ability to remain at workstation for long periods of time while using tools and machinery and performing repetitive actions.
• Manual dexterity to evaluate, modify and operate machinery and equipment. 
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Temperature of work environment ranges from 15 - 110°F.
• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours subject to change at the discretion of management. Overtime is required, as needed to support production goals.  

Big Top does not discriminate based upon race, religion, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.  Big Top complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources.

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