Welder

Job Summary: Fabricate, weld, maintain and repair all plant machinery as well as maintenance and repair within the plant facility.
Assist as needed in other areas of the facility including other departments.
Responsibilities: Fabricate or repair equipment by welding or using other methods necessary.
Assigns routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of the buildings does not deteriorate.
Troubleshoot production equipment to include blenders, scaling systems, sifters, hammer and roller mills and vertical form filling machines.
Able to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems in the production plant and facility.
Assist with the maintaining and repairing of electrical systems consisting of 120v, 220v, 480v.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
Other duties as assigned.
High School Diploma/GED required CAD experience preferred Structural Stainless Steel highly preferred Minimum 2 years of experience MIG and TIG welding Welding certification including MIG and TIG Experience troubleshooting electrical systems and reading schematics, license or certifications are a plus Experience maintaining and repairing production machinery Experience with PVC, copper and metal pipe Must be familiar with and routinely use all personal safety procedures and equipment related to the duties of this position Good oral and written communication skills Must be able to stand and complete tasks for extended durations Ability to operate equipment such as a forklift and/or scissor lift, etc.
Must be able to read blueprints and electrical schematics Able to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
regularly and up to 100 lbs.
frequently Walk long distances Ability to climb on and off a forklift occasionally Ability to work in confined spaces Able to extend arms with hands over the head or at shoulder height Hold, grasp, or turn with the use of hands Touch, pickup, and pinch with the use of fingers Kneel, stoop or bend downwards and forward Ascend or descend ladders and platforms Stand, work and walk at heights on platforms at least six feet or higher Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word.
Convey detailed instructions to others Able to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds such as machinery alarms Near and far visual acuity required Work in an environment that is noisy, dusty and may contain spices with high heat intensity Withstand working in cold and hot temperatures for long periods of time Must be able to read and write English Able to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed