The Structural Welder/Fabricator performs a variety of welding processes using electric resistance, oxyacetylene, or plasma-arc torches. Welds commonly used metals and alloys of various shapes, sizes, thicknesses, etc. Selects welding electrodes for specific weld to ensure penetration and fusion of base and filler metals. Fabricate or repairs products according to blueprints, layouts, or work orders by welding metal components together. Possesses a working knowledge of welding materials and equipment. High school education or equivalent and welding certification required, and five years experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use modification and welding (minimum AWS 1G/2G/3G/4G/5G/6G level) skills to fabricate and weld structural steel ladder weldments and other components
• Perform welding operations according to blue prints, company standards and applicable AWS standards to meet third party inspection critera in accordance with NFPA requirments
• Ability to understand heat affected weld processes, have the skills and practices needed to complete welding and critical heating to straighten large welded componets to required tolerances
• Fabricate components from raw stock, as needed
• Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, weld symbols etc.
• Understand, and be able to articulate, the production flow of an assigned product line or area
• Assist in creation and development of standard work - SOS, JES and WPS
• Self-check work and inspect prior processes, provide support to other team members by checking their work to be sure quality standards and best practices are met.
• Assist and train new team members on weld fabrication processes and methods in accordance with WPS, PQR and standard weld practices
• Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required
• Meet production goals
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Initiate process improvements
• Support 5S in work area
• Lead / perform lean events
• Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
• Solve complex problems with minimal assistance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years related experience
• Decision making required
• Responsible for and verifies product quality
• Initiative and self-motivation required and demonstrated
• Uses basic/specialized tools and equipment safely and effectively
• Excellent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Team oriented
• Basic computer skills are required
• Must be able to pass required welding certification test in the following AWS material sections: D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6, and D9.1.
• Previous experience and/or certifications preferred
• Must understand AWS welding symbols
• Must be able to set up, adjust, and maintain welding machines
• Must be able to Mig or Tig weld steel, stainless, and aluminum as needed
• Willing to:
  • Learn and rotate within various weld areas
  • Wear PPE respirators for extended amount of time
  • Improve self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed)
  • Develop a working knowledge of Spartan's systems
• Able to:
  • Read and comprehend blue prints including weld specifications at a high level
  • Exhibit competency in mathematics, and use of measurement tools & equipment
  • Work overtime on short notice

REV Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. REV Group also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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