Welder

Mestek Machinery is the industry-leading designer and manufacturer of the most complete, productive, and innovative metal forming solutions for the fabrication of HVAC sheet metal ductwork and fittings. Our family of companies -- Lockformer, Engel Industries, Iowa Precision, Lion, Roto-Die, and ISM by Lockformer, have people with decades of experience addressing every facet of the HVAC duct industry.

Job Summary

Welding of various types of steel in the production of frames.

Overtime is based on business needs and is NOT mandatory.

Essential Duties

• Read blueprints and schematics to be able to identify the proper parts.
• Use and read tape measures, protractors, combination squares, carpenter squares, micrometers, and dial calipers.
• Set voltages and wire speeds on welding machines for reliable and aesthetic-looking welds.
• Capable of using an oxyacetylene torch to cut, preheat or anneal metal parts.
• Must be able to carry parts and lift short and long hubs, drive rings, coil car tops, drum collars, guard doors, chutes, notchers, etc.
• Will require welding from various positions such as climbing in and out of frames.
• Need to be able to set their welder and weld.
• Must be able to use a torch and be able to set gauges properly.
• Uses a tape measure and preassemble machine to be able to read prints grind.
• Will assemble shear heads, use feeder and gauges to set blade clearance, and weld completely.
• Must be able to work with sheet metal to make guards, run shear in the booth, and use the hand brake to bend up edges and weld completely.
• Operate CNC Burn Table.
• Working knowledge of computers and CNC controls.
• Lay out pieces to be cut to assure the efficient use of material.
• Maintenance of burn table and related equipment.
• Capable of using a power leaf brake, power shear, hand brake, and power roll.

Qualifications

• The job involves lifting a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Use and read tape measures, torque wrenches, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to operate a fork truck and overhead crane.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Ability to adapt methods and ideas to attain continuous improvement.
• Work with little or no supervision.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent