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Fairbanks Morse, LLC FEC - Aluminum Welder in Cincinnati, Ohio
Position Title: Aluminum Welder Reports to: Weld Shop Supervisor Position Summary: Federal Equipment Company has been a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing and in need of a Welder. We are seeking a skilled welder with a strong emphasis on aluminum welding experience. FEC offers a unique working environment that allows a hands-on individual to develop and grow as the company expands its footprint and maintains high performance as a trusted defense contractor. Essential Job Functions:
- Reads and interprets blueprints and machine drawings to determine specific welding requirements.
- Cuts workpiece, using powered saws and other manual tools.
- Prepares, lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications.
- Execute high-quality aluminum welds with precision and attention to detail.
- Apply welding techniques across different metals (Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using GMAW, GTAW, or other welding methods on metals including Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Monel, Aluminum and Cu / Ni in flat, horizontal, or vertical positions)
- Brazes or solders metal products, components, or assemblies.
- Assembles machinery, fabricated metal products, and electrical equipment according to directions.
- Use various machines and hand tools to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Maintains logs, records, and reports concerning production, machine maintenance, and product inconsistencies.
- Maintains equipment and performs basic repairs when needed.
- Inventories tools, parts, and supplies; contacts materials handler if supplies are needed.
- Periodically checks products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion; resolves any identified problems and alerts supervisor.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Supports quality requirements, including hydrostatic testing, penetrant testing, visual inspection, and dimensional tests.
- Adhere to compliance requirements, including welder qualifications and welding procedures.
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``` - Perform all tasks in accordance with QA procedures and the company's training program. - Adhere to company Malpractice & Ethics Policies - Cross trains on various positions in the department - Maintain a clean and safe work environment. - Ensures that all safety procedures are followed as stated on posted signs and in Company policy. - Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills, and Educational Requirements:
- High School Diploma (Preferred) or GED
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``` - 2 years minimum experience required. - Proven experience in aluminum welding and other metal welding methods is required - Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals. - Ability to work independently and troubleshoot minor in shop issues. - Be able to read and interpret blueprints. - Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to fractional equivalents. - Ability to use weld fillet gauges to ensure proper weld size and interpret tolerances. - Must be able to identify and measure material using tape measure and calipers.
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``` - Good motor coordination and manual dexterity - Candidates should be familiar with and capable of using hand tools. - Mechanical background a plus - Strong attention to detail
Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, t