Welder - Evening Shift
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Job overview
Astec Industries is hiring a Welder - Evening Shift. Astec Industries is seeking a Welder for the evening shift to join their team. This role involves welding metal components, fabricating, and repairing heavy mechanical products according to specifications and production schedules. The successful candidate will adhere to safety rules, inspect metal prior to welding, and participate in process and product development.
Key focus areas include Adhere to all safety rules and perform work at a quality level, Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project, and Participate in process and product development and improvement programs.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma or GED and 0-1 Years Welding Experience. Important skills include Adhere To Safety Rules, Read Blueprints, Inspect Metal Prior To Welding, Grinding Operations, Perform Grinding, and Pass Welding Skills Test. Preferred (not required): Computer Experience, Use Mouse, and Locate And Open/Close Programs/Files.
Skills & qualifications
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Full job description
Description
BUILT TO CONNECT
Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under the direction and supervision of the Department Production Manager and in cooperation with the Production Supervisor and Production Lead, weld metal components with welding equipment to fit and join, fabricate, and/or repair heavy and large mechanical products per specifications and in accordance with the production schedule.
Key Deliverables
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Adhere to all safety rules and perform work at a quality level
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Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project.
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Participate in process and product development and improvement programs.
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Accurately inspect metal prior to welding to ensure clean welds.
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Perform grinding operations that comply with Astec's standards.
Key Activities & Responsibilities
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Ability to perform grinding and be able to pass a required welding skills test.
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Necessary to be able to do all Grinder tasks.
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Must be able to safely perform gang-welding techniques (dos and don'ts).
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Must be able to safely weld vertical, flat, and overhead with both MiG and stick.
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Must inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and acceptability and clean welds to presentable state (grinding operations).
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Must work with Fitters on proper assembly of equipment.
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Keep work area clean and neat.
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Clock in on assigned jobs as appropriate.
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Ensure welding machine settings are appropriate for work to be performed.
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Must be able to safely use cranes and forklifts.
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Must be trained in and know PPE requirements for welding including hood and filter shades and arm/body protection.
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Must be able to read and understand weld symbols.
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Must maintain welding machines by keeping them clean and changing liners in the welding guns.
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Follows company policies and procedures at all times.
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Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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0-1 Year of Welding experience required.
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Heavy equipment manufacturing experience preferred
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Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open/close programs/files.
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Knowledge and ability to perform all Grinder tasks required.
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Ability to properly and safely MiG weld, stick weld, and arc gouging required.
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Ability to read and understand weld symbols required.
Supervisor and Leadership Expectations
None
Our Culture and Values
Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.
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Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
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Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
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Respect for all individuals
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Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
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Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success
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