Welder/Fabricator at Eagle Crusher Company Inc – Bucyrus, Ohio

Eagle Crusher is looking for Welders that will be graduating or anyone with years of experience in welding.

Cuts and joins metals in the manufacturing of heavy equipment, such as crusher components and conveyors. Is capable of performing a variety of welding functions. The individual should be familiar with and capable of using various types of welding equipment. A welder is also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as supervision deems necessary.

Duties and responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints and machine drawings to determine specific welding requirements.
• Plan and perform the welding process that best fits the job you are assigned, including fabrications, weldments, machine parts, and tools of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Perform necessary laying out, cutting, bending, forming and assembly operations using fixtures and positioners in preparation for welding.
• Select proper welding rod and tips; select and set current and amperage, and gas pressure according to type of material and individual job requirements. Manipulate electrode or torch to lay a smooth, even bead, obtain proper penetration and fusion, avoid burning or distortion, especially the sections or dissimilar metals. Visually inspect work and clean welds on completion of operation.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure.
• Operate overhead crane and/or forklift as needed.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Performs any related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience as welder and ability to pass a 3G weld test
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Knowledgeable of different kinds of metal and their properties.
• Experience operating a forklift and/or overhead crane preferred.
• Ability to commit to flexible schedule and prompt arrival for shifts.