Weld Fabricator II in Hudsonville, Michigan at ESPEC North America Inc

Who we are
ESPEC North America (ENA) is partner in environmental and accelerated reliability test chambers and solutions with a long history and deep expertise in making the world a better place through better quality, higher reliability products.

Mission
We continually aim to grow and evolve by building mutually responsive, innovative partnerships with our customers, vendors, and strategic allies, and creating opportunities for our team members. Our cornerstone is to be the most reliable and accessible supplier of testing solutions.

Exciting news! We're looking for a Welding Fabricator I to join our Weld Department. If you're seeking a role with an awesome benefits package, a 4-day work week with some Friday overtime, and no mandatory weekend work, this could be for you! Work in a clean environment and discover opportunities for advancement.

Working Schedule: 6:00AM-4:30PM Monday-Thursday with up to 75% Friday OT required.

Summary

Assists the department with welding and fabricating steel structural frames and sheet metal frames for environmental test chambers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Grinds, cuts, and copes steel.

· Fabricates steel.

· Builds sheet metal frames, steel frames, and solid floor systems.

· Assists with job set up.

· Performs TIG and MIG welding.

· Welds aluminum ramps and grating to stainless steel.

· Deciphers build sequence.

· Reads and interprets blueprints.

· Daily use of hand and power tools.

· Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment.

· Regular physical attendance is required.

· Performs other routine duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability that may be necessary for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

· Welding certificate required.

Skills and Experience

· 5 years of MIG and TIG welding experience required.

· Ability to read a tape measure required.

· Ability to read and interpret prints required.

· Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide required.

· Basic computer skills preferred.

Competencies

• Continuous Learning: Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Job Knowledge: Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Communications: Exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed.
• Cooperation: Exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Teamwork: Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity: Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Language Skills

· Ability to read and comprehend multiple step instructions (in the English language), short correspondence, and memos.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

· Regular use of ladders at elevated heights, harness use as required.

· The employee is frequently required to climb or balance.

· The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

· The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.

· May also be required to perform lock out tag out on energized jobs.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Guiding Principles

To perform the job successfully, an individual will demonstrate the following Guiding Principles:

· Respect: Respect for people, cultures, and the environment.

· Improvement: Continuously improve work processes and seek innovation.

· Safety: Prioritize the safety of employees and customers.

· Effective: Complete work in the most cost-effective and efficient way.

· Innovative: Take on new challenges to provide cutting-edge optimal solutions for customers.

· Lawful: Adhere to laws in all locations where we work.

· Ownership: Take initiative, be accountable, and have a positive attitude.

· Urgency: Respond quickly and effectively to co-workers and customers.

· Delivery: Set clear expectations and delivers on promises.

· Open-Minded: Be curious, receptive to new ideas, and responsive to changing customer needs.