Welder 2

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Summary

The Welder 2 is responsible for performing quality welding of parts and fixtures in the railcar manufacturing process. This position visually inspects weld work, and repairs defective welds by fitting tank car parts into jigs and fixtures, performing complicated manual or semi-automatic arc welding and other welding processes to attach fixtures to a railcar using various equipment such as welding machines, torches, and hand tools.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

Fits, aligns, and clamps tank car parts, usually in jigs and fixtures, to prepare for welding steel and performs complicated manual or semi-automatic arc welding of railcar parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies on the bench, floor, or assembly line.

Operates weld machine maintaining heat and speed of travel to assure penetration and weld bead size, removes weld slag, and preheats work, according to written weld processes.

Visually inspects weld work, repairs defective welds, performs minor repairs to equipment and performs occasional air arc or flame cutting to help repair defective welds.

Assists in training other welders by conducting on the job training when requested.

Reads and comprehends blueprints or weld drawings and procedures.

Ensures that safety and housekeeping standards are met and maintained and performs other duties as directed by the Production Group Leader.

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to pass applicable weld assessments to perform work as a welder 2

Ability to use weld gauges and computers

Ability to read and comprehend blueprints or weld drawings and procedures

Ability to work in a team

Ability to learn to operate a forklift and overhead crane and complete certifications required through company training

Preferred Qualifications

High school education or equivalent

One year of experience in production welding.

Experience operating a forklift

Experience operating an overhead crane

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

With the exception of clerical, administrative and some clerical positions, which require indoor work, the physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid, and dusty conditions.

Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate.

Employee may be required to perform work at heights above four feet or within confined spaces. Employees working in these conditions will be required to wear fall protection harness/lanyard.

Some areas may require the use of a respirator while working. Employees working in these areas must be able to pass a respirator fit test and be clean-shaven while wearing a respirator

Hard Hat

Hearing Protection

Composite Toe Safety Shoes

Additional PPE per the appropriate JSA for the specific area

Physical Activities and Requirements

Frequency Key

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures

Sit: Occasionally

Walk: Frequently

Bend: Occasionally

Kneel/Squat: Occasionally

Crawl: Occasionally

Climb: Occasionally

Reach Forward: Occasionally

Reach Upward: Frequently

Handling/Fingering: Occasionally

Lift / Carry Requirements

5-10 lbs: Frequently

10-25 lbs: Frequently

25-50 lbs: Frequently

50-75 lbs: Not Applicable

75+ lbs: Not Applicable

Push / Pull Requirements

Up to 10 lbs: Frequently

10-25 lbs: Frequently

25-50 lbs: Frequently

50-75 lbs: Not Applicable

75+ lbs: Not Applicable

EOE including Vet/Disability

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