Job Designation
The Production Welder I, under minimal supervision performs routine welding and fitting tasks that meet company and departmental objectives. Assists in the creation and maintenance of welding/fitting procedures as required in support of product or process improvement initiatives. Ensures the maintenance of a safe work environment with an ultimate goal of zero accidents.

Job Core Responsibilities
• Responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations
• Manufactures and assembles metal fabrications i.e. ferrous and non-ferrous using appropriate equipment and processes provided
• Manufactures and assembles, fabricated and mechanical components, structures and vessels from drawings
• Maintains a consistent standard of work and performance in compliance with regulatory and Quality Assurance standards
• Ensures the performance of work and the maintenance of work environment that meets safety goal objectives
• Assists in the development and implementation of product improvement initiatives and identifies where improvements in function, efficiency and quality can be achieved
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

Job Specifications
Education: A Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations is preferred.
Certifications: Vocational training, apprenticeships in welding or the equivalent experience in related field
Years Experience: 0-2 years of relevant experience

Skills:
• Knowledge of welding techniques
• Able to read and understand mechanical drawings and weld prints
• Strong knowledge of basic math
• Ability to recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area; evaluates and selects solutions from established options
• Good communication and organizational skills