Welding Operator – Amazon Store

Welding Machine Operator Metals USA has an immediate opening for a Welding Machine Operator in the Waggaman, LA location. The Welding Machine Operator performs advanced production activities requiring a demonstrated high level of skill and proficiency in material handling, production processes and multiple machine operation acquired through extended experience and training. Duties and Responsibilities: Positions work pieces for processing Operates a welding machine Uses gauges, calipers, squares, or rulers for measurement Determines processing specifications such as materials, cutting tools, location of cutting lines, dimensions, tolerances, and operational sequences by reviewing blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections Coordinates and executes material handling of all inventories to be processed including operation of overhead crane Performs limited preventative maintenance, such as lubrication, cleaning and changing of parts May train less experienced workers and perform as lead in absence of group leader May mark material before and after processing; store material for additional processing and/or shipping Completes work order paperwork/documentation Skills/Requirements: High school diploma or GED Minimum 18 years of age Must pass a welding test Reading and writing comprehension in English (to read work order instructions, safety, CAD blueprints, and policy manuals) Measuring skills to read English & Metric systems and a tape measure, caliper, gauges, or micrometer or ability to learn additional measuring mechanisms Must have mechanical aptitude and arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions Experience operating an overhead crane / forklift operator Must be proficient in the use of hand tools including grinder Demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination Computer Literacy; Microsoft Products, CAD Programming and ERP Must be organized with attention to detail Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Metals USA offers a competitive starting salary and benefits plus upward mobility professional growth. Metals USA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees w/o regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Metals USA is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse. About Metals USA:Metals USA, Inc. is a national network of over 45 metals service centers providing processed carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, red metals, and manufactured metal components to a wide range of industries including land and marine transportation, energy, aerospace, defense, appliance manufacturing, furniture, commercial construction, machinery and equipment, and residential remodeling. Metals USA performs such value-added processes as cutting, sawing, punching, shot blasting, surface grinding, and drilling for delivery to customers in the U. S., Canada, and Mexico. apply to this job