Welder

Job Description

Position information

• Position Title: Welder
• Business Unit: Maag Gala Inc.
• Reports To: Production Manager
• Position Location: Eagle Rock, VA

Main position objectives

Welding is the application of heat to permanently join metal parts to repair and fabricate metal structures, machinery and equipment. Welding positions are classified depending on the training and types of welding machines that a welder can use. Skilled welders have experience using multiple welding machines including arc welder, TIG (Tungsten insert gas) welder and MIG (Metal insert gas) welder.

Position description – Tasks, responsibilities, competencies

• Welders fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers and measuring tools.
• Welders produce metal products according to customer or employer specifications.
• They use multiple welding machines to repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes.
• Welders read and interpret diagrams, sketches and blueprints to determine operations, required materials and timeframes for projects.
• Welders set up, operate and maintain welding equipment.
• They understand and implement personal and company safety measures by wearing specialized goggles, helmets and gloves.
• Communication skills are essential to work with team members and converse with customers.
• Welders operate and maintain the machines that repair metal structures, equipment and machinery.
• Welders are qualified by process & positions in a variety of fields based on their skill level and experience.
• Ability to lift heavy items.
• Candidate had to be a strong team player.
• Candidate had to be reliable.
• Follow all safety rules and quality standards.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• The incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his/her scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment actively.
• The incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his/her position scope or arise from company needs. This job description reflects current status, right to make changes reserved.

Work Environment

Work in this position is in a factory floor environment. While performing the duties of this job in a factory setting, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE may be required.

Physical Requirements

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must be able to lift items up to 50 pounds. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job Specification

Education

• Mandatory
• High School diploma or equivalent education (additional technical skills a plus)
• Technical training reading Blueprints
• Desirable

Professional experience

• Mandatory
• Min 2 years of experience in TIG & MIG welding
• Min 1 years of experience reading blueprints
• Desirable

Interpersonal skills and behavioral competencies

• Mandatory
• Willingness to learn
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks
• Independent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues
• Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win
• Customer-focused
• Desirable

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 2 Shift 3 Shift

Other: possible weekends or holidays as needed

Company Profile

Gala Industries, Inc. (Gala) is an international manufacturer of pelletizing systems, centrifugal pellet dryers and accessory equipment.

Gala is a division of Maag - A Dover Company. The worldwide leading manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing systems and filtration systems for demanding applications in the plastics, chemical, petrochemical, and food industries.

The foundation of our success is found in Maag’s core values:

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
• Expectation for Results
• Respect and Value People

Available benefits include:401K, paid annual holidays, medical coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and more!

Maag and its related companies provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Maag is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees and individuals in our workplace. Maag is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.