Welder III

Astec Industries • Eugene, OR • 1h ago

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

Adhere to all safety rules and perform work at a quality level

Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project.

Participate in process and product development and improvement programs.

Accurately inspect metal prior to welding to ensure clean welds.

Perform grinding operations that comply with Astec's standards.

Support team by providing an efficient layout of the plants equipment to ensure proper welding.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

Performs a full range of welding and fabricating duties including but not limited to fitting, joining, fabricating, repairing, troubleshooting problems, and using considerable independent judgment to interpret and apply work guidelines with considerable latitude to specific situations.

Welders are responsible for the layout of plant equipment for welding to ensure proper welding of metal parts.

Welders must be able to safely MIG, TIG, and stick weld, and arc gouging to include passing of test(s).

Must be able to safely perform gang-welding techniques (do's and don'ts).

Must be able to safely weld vertical, flat, and overhead with both MiG and stick.

Must inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and acceptability and clean welds to presentable state (grinding operations).

Successful completion of Permit Required Confined Space Entry training is needed.

Must work with Fitters on proper assembly of equipment.

Inspect welds for quality and proper weld.

Keep work area clean and neat.

Ensure welding machine settings are appropriate for work to be performed.

Must be able to safely use cranes and forklifts.

Must be trained in and know PPE requirements for welding including hood and filter shades and arm/body protection.

Must be able to read and understand weld symbols.

Must select proper rods or wires to perform the welding job.

Must test all hot oil piping for leaks and repairs as necessary. Repairs would be welding related repairs. Inspection includes the safe use of air hose, pressure regulator, and squirt bottle.

Must maintain welding machines by keeping them clean and changing liners in the welding guns.

Follows company policies and procedures at all times.

Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Trade school or community college course work preferred.

3+ years of experience with heavy equipment production line welding.

Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open/close programs/files.

Knowledge and ability to perform all Grinder tasks required.

Ability to properly and safely MiG weld, stick weld, and arc gouging required.

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.

Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

Respect for all individuals

Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment

Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person's veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

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