Welder

A Welder performs duties necessary to weld material according to customer specifications using welding equipment in the department.  In addition to preparing orders according to customer specifications, a Welder is also responsible for the proper set-up, communication with proceeding shifts and safe operation and storage of materials and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with parts and material by either moving by hand or when necessary using jib or overhead crane and/or forklift.
• Measures material after tacking to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Completes inspection reports after inspecting and measuring the material.
• Performs preventive maintenance as needed including (but not limited to) wiping down torches and equipment.
• Completes assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices.  This includes regard to individual safety, the safety of other employees, and the safe use of equipment in the workplace.
• Wears approved personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, weld helmet, safety glasses, etc.
• Performs other duties as needed given by the bay supervisor, lead person or management.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions may consist of loud noise, vibratory tools, repetitive motions, airborne particles such as metal dust and chips and exposure to chemicals, fumes and bright light.  Physical requirements include continual standing, walking, lifting, twisting with periodic bending, climbing, stooping, crawling and crouching. 

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills:

• A minimum of one (1) year previous welding experience is preferred in an industrial atmosphere.
• Ability to read and understand measuring tools and equipment such as a tape measure, calipers and micrometer.  Along with the ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of welding equipment, materials and fuels.
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Ability to perform math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of fractions as well as convert fractions to decimals or vice versa.
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds, as well as lift and move heavier objects with the assistance of cranes, forklifts, or another employee.
• Knowledge of general shop procedures and rules including safety precautions.
• Ability and willingness to cooperate with co-workers and work as part of a production team.

Full Line Steel Service Center
A trusted leader in the metal industry since 1926.
As a full line steel service center, Lapham-Hickey Steel is your one stop shop for all your steel, inventory management, and valued added service needs.  Lapham-Hickey Steel offers a wide variety of coil processing and manufacturing services which include: laser, plasma and oxy fuel cutting, press brake forming, welding, slitting, edging, stretch leveling, shot blasting, and sawing and de-burring.

The success of Lapham-Hickey Steel Corporation is a testament to the commitment of the family ownership; now fourth generation, and the great dedication of the outstanding employees who serve our customers every day.