WELDER

Description

SMT, Inc. is a sheet metal manufacturing company that has been in business since 1969.  We offer a stable work environment supported by a strong management team. We are seeking talented individuals with a strong work ethic to be part of our growing team.

We are currently looking for talented Welders to join our team on 1st and 2nd shift. Training would involve working several weeks on 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift.

1st Shift standard hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Mon-Fri (some overtime on Saturday and before/after standard hours).

2nd Shift standard hours are 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Mon-Thur (some overtime on Friday and after standard hours).

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities - Welder

Layout, fit and weld metal parts according to specifications, producing sub-assemblies or assemblies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Interprets blueprints and sketches of varying complexity to determine layout and process necessary in assembly of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Sets up various welding, grinding, and cutting equipment to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Fixtures, assembles and prepares various parts to be joined and secures them according to specifications.
• Works independently to assemble and join sub-assemblies and assemblies to conform to blueprints and drawings.
• Inspects and tests work to ensure compliance to requirements.
• Fills out all required production paperwork and records.
• Maintains work area in clean and safe condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

SMT offers a generous benefits package to all of our team members that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance with a generous company contribution toward the cost of employee and dependent coverage.
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Optional supplemental plans that include Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer policies as well as LegalShield and IDShield
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent. Requires minimum of 3 years welding experience in MIG and/or TIG. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read complex blueprints and perform complex mathematical calculations.
• Advanced knowledge of various welding equipment, grinding equipment and hand tools including pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers. Ability to use basic quality inspection equipment including calipers and micrometers.
• Position requires employee to complete OSHA Respiratory Protection Medical Questionnaire Form and evaluated for pulmonary fitness. Both proper training for respirator use and respirator fit tested must be completed prior to first day of employment.  

Working Conditions

• Constant exposure to one or more elements typically found in a manufacturing setting such as noise, dust, heat, fumes or dirt, which may not be desirable. In some areas, exposure to hazards may require the use of personal protective equipment including weld shields or helmets.

Supervision

• None

Decision-Making / Confidentiality

• Requires continuous mental / visual application. Moderate level of independent judgement and decision making within Company policies to resolve operational problems and to determine manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Limited exposure to confidential data such as product design information and work center rates.

A written and physical weld test will be given to all candidates selected for an in-person interview.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities that are or will be assigned to this position. An employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as assigned by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.