TIG Welder/Fabricator

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team. As a Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating and assembling metal structures and equipment through the use of welding techniques. This is a full-time position with competitive pay.

Duties:

- Perform various types of welding, including TIG welding, stick welding, MIG welding, etc.

- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine the layout and configuration of metal components

- Measure and mark workpieces using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments

- Operate hand tools and power tools to cut, shape, and smooth metal surfaces

- Use forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport materials as needed

- Inspect welds for accuracy and quality control

- Proven experience as a Welder or similar role

- Proficient in MIG welding,techniques

- Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of metal fabrication processes

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications

- Familiarity with using measuring instruments

- Knowledge of various hand tools and power tools used in welding

- Ability to operate forklifts or willingness to learn

- Attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality welds

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year (Performance based)

Benefits:

8 Paid Holidays throughout the year (after 30 days)

Paid Vacation time (increased time based on years of service)

No city taxes for Jackson

Room for internal movement & promotional opportunities

Bereavement Leave (after 1 year)

Maternity/Paternity Leave (after 1 year)

Experience level: 3 years

Shift: 8-10 hour shift

Weekly day range:Monday to Friday

Work setting: Repair shop

Work Location: In person

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Welds together metal components as specified by layout, blueprints, diagrams, or manufacturing operations sheet (MOS), using Tig welding equipment.
• Connects cables from the welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse as specified. Starts power supply to produce electric current.
• Manually guides torch along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle.
• Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Manually applies filler rod to supply weld metal. Cleans weld joint or workpiece. Prepares rework parts for welding.
• Positions or clamps workpieces together or assembles them in a jig or fixture.
• May tack assemblies together.

Job Requirements:

• Able to subtract, multiply and divide fractions, decimals and whole numbers
• Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or graphic form
• Able to apply learning and experience to deal with variables within specifications
• Able to read safety rules in the use and maintenance of shop equipment.
• Able to read related technical material and apply principles to daily operations (this includes reading and interpreting blueprints).
• Able to accurately read and complete forms
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds. May occasionally lift 50 pounds (with assistance).
• Able to complete the Elano welding vision test (as a new hire and annually)
• Ability to use standards shop measuring devices (calipers and micrometers)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Successful completion of a TIG Welding Training Course (formal program) or previous experience as a TIG welder with 6 months experience
• Successful completion of K3 Copper TIG Welding Assessment

Desired Characteristics:

• Team Player and willing to operate in a professional environment
• Takes Pride in the work they are doing
• Excellent attendance and punctuality history and availability to work overtime as needed
• Makes decisions based on experience and available data
• Strives to meet or exceed job requirements
• Able to work effectively when receiving general supervision (This involves performing routine assignments alone.)
• Able to carry out operations according to set procedures or sequences.
• Ability to receive and act on constructive feedback

A look into some of the great benefits we offer!

8 Paid Holidays throughout the year (after 30 days)

Paid Vacation time (increased time based on years of service)

No city taxes for Jackson

Room for internal movement & promotional opportunities

Bereavement Leave (after 1 year)

Maternity/Paternity Leave (after 1 year)

What it’s like at our K3 Copper Facility:

Safety. Your safety is important to us.Surroundings. You’ll be operating and working around moving machines – forklifts, mills, lathes, etc. Due to normal machining operations there may be dust, fumes, or smoke (not over OSHA Permissible Exposure Levels (PEL)).Inclusive Culture. Team oriented, ability to share ideas and make recommendations with peers and leadershipActivity. In addition to sitting and standing while operating equipment, some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, walking around, or climbing stairs.Temperature. The shop areas is not climate controlled

K3 Copper offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. K3 Copper is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

K3 Copper will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Job Type: Full-time

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Welding: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Jackson, OH 45640 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person