What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder position at Central Indiana Hardware?
The CIH Way — At CIH, Core Values are not a slogan, but our way of doing business. They are six foundational beliefs that reflect our company’s history and culture. We begin by creating an exceptional customer and employee experience by serving first, treating everyone uniquely and focusing on the way they want to be treated. To execute this well, our team players work together with a can-do and reliable attitude even when things get tough! We pride ourselves on being productive under pressure. Our industry-leading team of self-motivated individuals uses professional, transparent, and open communication to coordinate all of our activities to ensure we create a safer, more secure world.
By living our Core Values each day, we have the opportunity to make a difference and support our customers by following through on our promise to them of “providing YOU what YOU need, when YOU need it.”
Job Summary — The Welders are responsible for the fabrication of hollow metal frames and doors for top quality delivery.
The Welder is responsible and accountable for:
• Perform complex and simple modifications to metal frames and doors in the field and in house.
• Aid in the design of jigs and fixtures to enhance shop performance.
• Identify and pull material needed per stock requisitions, work orders, or verbal instructions.
• Cut and splice metal pieces as needed per written or verbal instructions.
• Weld 12-18-gauge metal with stick or mig welders.
• Ensure all material is squared up.
• Punch or cut hardware preps using jigs or templates per written or verbal instructions
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manor, including use of all safety equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance, for safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Inspect completed material of secure welds, proper handing, correct preps, and size based on written or verbal instructions.
• Assist with grinder duties if necessary.
• Portray a professional and positive attitude with any and all customers and coworkers. This includes tone, body language, and any other nonverbal cues.
• Ensure the work area is clean and safe.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
• Welding
• Forklift operation
• Maintaining paperwork
• Other duties as assigned
Experience & Other Requirements
• High School diploma or GED
• Accurately use a tape measure
• Able to read work orders, emails, and shipping forms
• 2 or more years’ experience welding with gas-shielded arc (MIG/GMAW) required
