Welding Specialist

Aerotek is currently seeking a highly qualified Welding Specialist to provide welding assistance to a manufacturing team based in Redmond, Washington. Welding Specialist are responsible for the daily production welding in a manufacturing environment. This includes monitoring work for quality, timeliness, problem solving and decision making on routine work. Lifting requirements: up to 40 lbs, loading and unloading fixtures on a regular basis.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES / DUTIES:

• Locate weld locations on blueprints and other schematic drawings for sub-assembly or assembly. 
• Arrange parts and structures of common weldments, usually guided by patterns or fixtures. Verify that layouts comply with drawings and symbols. 
• Load, unload, and place into position a variety of welding fixtures, depending on the production team needs. 
• Measure distances using precision devices. Verify accuracy by comparing to measurement specifications. 
• Prepare welding equipment for proper usage. Verify proper energy source and supplies. Prepare the layout of equipment to perform as needed. Move equipment in to proper location to maximize safety, function, and quality. 
• Assure that welds conform to Genie quality standards and product specifications.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1 year MIG welding experience preferred
• Requires a basic technical knowledge of MIG welding techniques and setup, verification, and operation of welding equipment. 
• Requires sufficient welding skill to comply with Genie quality standards and product specifications.

• Requires a basic knowledge of blueprint layouts and symbols. Requires a working knowledge of Genie quality principles, safe work habits, and continuous improvement methods.
• Requires skill at resolving work station-related problems affecting equipment, production, or quality. 
• Requires sufficient human relations skill to convey information to and maintain harmony with team members. 
• Requires a working knowledge of production processes and equipment.
• Requires the ability to perform common welds according to production and workflow requirements. 
• Requires the ability to perform standardized layouts of parts prior to welding, to accurately identify weld locations, and perform detailed measurements. 
• Requires the ability to pass the Genie Weld Test – qualify for AWS 14.3 Method B

Day and night shift positions are available running Monday - Thursday with mandatory OT on Fridays as needed. 

Day shift: 5AM - 3:30PM or 5:30AM - 4PM

Night shift: 3:30PM - 2AM or 4:30PM - 3AM or 5PM - 3:30AM

Pay rates: $17.78 (Day shift) and $19.56 (Night shift)