Entry-Level Welder

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<b> <b>Basic Job Functions:</b></b> <br> <br>1.Weld low carbon steel working with 16-7 gauges (thin welding) and 0.125"-0.500" wall thicknesses (structural welding). Ideal candidate will be AWS / ASME certified or certifiable.<br> <br>2. Perform routine maintenance of the MIG welder and related equipment.<br>3.Perform welding repairs as needed.<br>4.Weld components in flat and vertical positions.<br>5.Perform 360 degree welds.<br>6.Position and secure parts, using hoists, cranes, wire, and banding machine hand tools.<br>7.Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.<br>8.Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials.<br>9.Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts, warping, shrinking, distortion, pin holes, or blow through.<br>10.Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance to specifications.<br>11.Complete all paperwork as required at each station.<br>12.Participate in job rotation through each cell which addresses cross training and ergonomic issues.<br>13.Assist as necessary to relieve bottlenecks in manufacturing processes.<br>14.Monitor the output of quality parts through inspection, scrap records, statistical process controls, and station control sheets.<br>15.Perform 5S activities.<br> <br>16. Comply with all safety work rules, policies and procedures and best practices.<br> <br>Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.<br> <br> <b> <b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></b> <br> <br> <ul> <li>Candidate will be required to complete and pass an internal welding test.</li> <li>Must have the ability to read and comprehend blueprints, work instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.</li> <li>Must have the ability to write simple correspondence.</li> <li>Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.</li> <li>Ability to read tape measure.</li> <li>Ability to read and understand calibrations.</li> <li>Must be able to work any shifts and hours (overtime), including weekends.</li></ul> <br> <b> <b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></b> <br> <br> <ul> <li>1-2 years of welding experience</li> <li>High School diploma, General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent.</li> <li>Must possess the ability to work with hand tools.</li></ul> <br> <b>Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace</b><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmJnZW5lcmljLjIzNDkxLjEyNTI0QG51Y29yY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">