MIG Welder (217640-072)

Position Title: Welder, MIG

Pay Status: Hourly

Department: Operations

Position Relationships:

Supervised by: Supervisor, Manufacturing

Supervises: N/A

Essential Functions:

• Retrieves and sets up material/fixture

• MIG welds flatstock or tubing as instructed by customer orders, Kanban, blueprints, using steel or silicon bronze wire to meet quality specifications

• Effectively uses computerized Information Center to retrieve product/process information

• Effectively uses Smart Team Application to verify prints and revision levels

• Performs required ISO first/last piece part inspections visually or with using calibers, height gauges, angle finders, or check fixtures

• Visually inspects material during the machining process to prevent defects and scrap

• Adheres to all departmental procedures on reporting time, material, re-work, etc.

• Provides written suggestions for continuous improvement

• Assists with training of others

• Strict compliance to FDA and ISO control standards and record keeping

• Adheres to all safety policies

• Performs predictive/preventative maintenance as necessary

• Maintains safety and housekeeping standards n accordance with 5 S principles

• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position

• Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred

• Demonstrated ability to MIG weld according to Invacare standards

• Basic math skills

• Basic computer skills

• Basic blueprint reading

• Demonstrated ability to read gauges

• Must demonstrate near vision 20/25 or better, Snellen or equivalent in at least one eye, either corrected or uncorrected

• Good eye and hand coordination

• Ability to coordinate use of torch and silicon or steel stick at the same time

• Ability to operate hand tools (i.e. hand grinders)

• Ability to lift 50 lbs

• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours

• Bending, twisting and/or squatting may be required

• Demonstrated flexibility in attitude and willingness to work in all areas as needed

• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow work instructions

• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment

• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision

• Ability to work overtime with little or no notice

• Ability to be cross-trained

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Knowledge of quality standards to apply visual inspection

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills

• Ability to communicate basic information regarding processes and quality related questions

• Must have thorough understanding of quality systems and their relationship to job performance including ISO Overview, corrective/preventative actions and work instructions

• Must have physical ability and manual dexterity necessary to perform the duties pertaining to job

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer -M/F/Disabled/Vet

Job Location Elyria, Ohio, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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