Back to jobsReceives job prints, work order and/or instructions from supervisor and proceeds with a minimum of supervision and direction.
Perform set up and welding operations on all types of welding machines having strict inspection and test requirements.
Set up fixtures; adjust and regulate machine to obtain best possible penetration, fill, weld quality and performance.
Make compensating adjustments to allow for variations and conditions.
Operate various types of equipment.
Work is given process supervision and check; completed work is tested and inspected.
Perform other work of similar of comparable nature incidental to the performance of the operation.
Measure scribes, position, lay out materials, jigs or fixtures, etc., as necessary or directed to insure completion of cycle, maintaining product quality.
Assist new operators in learning the correct and safe operation of the equipment when required.
Take care of machines, tools, equipment work areas, etc.
Operator is required to read and write and do arithmetic calculations necessary to perform the job.
Requires a knowledge of welding fundamentals.
Required to read blueprints and maintain tolerances as shown on prints.
