NextGen Armor, is a small business that develops vehicle platforms for the DOE (Department of Energy) and various other customers. NextGen Armor provides a variety of products including commercial vehicle systems, vehicle armor solutions, and engineering design capabilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES
The Welder is responsible general weld/grinding duties including:
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Weld metal objects together according to blueprints or drawings and to make repairs on broken or defective metal parts using various welding techniques according to Jet Machine procedures
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Perform all necessary tasks such as grinding, cleaning, etc. to prepare the weld joint
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As required, cut stock material to size using a cut-off saw
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As required, determine the proper weld method for the task, setting up welder and adjusting controls to achieve proper heat using company-supplied WPSs
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Make repairs on machined parts (i.e. plugging a hole) after approval by authorized personnel
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Check the quality of work and perform any necessary post weld operations such as heating to restore the squareness or flatness of parts affected by the welding process
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Document all work performed by initializing and dating the shop floor router and utilizing ERP
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Ensuring finished parts move to the next operation upon completion
- Informing Weld Lead of any problems or improvements of the manufacturing process
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Following all safety procedures including start up and shutdown of welding operations
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Clean and maintain all welding equipment in good working order and keeping weld shop area clean
- Other duties as assigned
JOB SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
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High School education or equivalent
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Highly desired 5 years of MIG experience
- Highly desired 3 years of TIG experience
- Basic math and blue print reading skills including knowledge of standard welding symbols
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Use of SDS sheets and basic weld safety knowledge
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Must be able to perform GTAW, GMAW and SMAW welding
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Must be knowledgeable of operation and safety procedures for Oxy-Fuel cutting/heating equipment
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Must pass a company administered weld certification test
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Qualified to weld various grades of stainless steel, aluminum and carbon steels with thickness up to 2.00 inches
Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 4:30pm
BENEFITS:
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Full healthcare benefits on day 1, including a free medical insurance option
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Dental
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Vision
- Optional STD
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Company paid LTD
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Company paid basic life insurance
- PTO accrual program
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Paid holidays
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Optional OT
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Employee referral program
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Retirement benefits w/ a company match