Company Description

For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!   

Job Description

Under limited supervision, the Welder 2 independently operates and proficiently processes complex level work. Welder 2 joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques and operating welding equipment. Welders interpret blueprints, specifications, drawings or schematics to determine appropriate welding

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Complying with all safety, environmental, quality, and core policies as well as contributing to the company's Zero Harm and Zero Defects commitmentPosition, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or sub units, following blueprints and layout specifications using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.  Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications and to determine structural soundness. Review engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements and task sequences.Works on complex level work, including special projects, fabricates fixtures and jigs, job site repairs, etc. Layouts material and sets up for automated devices or robotic welding. Provides training and mentoring to new Welders. Actively participates in continuous improvement and corrective action activities. 10% of jobPerform housekeeping, 5-S, and other duties as assigned. 

 

 

Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent, or ACT WorkKeys Assessment at certified job profile skill level3+ years of welding related experience

Preferred Education & Experience Qualifications

AWS D.1.1 Welder Certification1-year certificate from a technical school5+ years of welding related experience

Technical Skills & Competencies

Excellent communication skillsAbility to successfully pass AWS D.1.1 welder certification testGood mechanical and trouble shooting skillsAbility to accurately use measuring devices to perform inspections on finished productsUnderstanding of blueprints/drawings and the ability to interpret and apply design aspects to current projects

Additional Information

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. 

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