JOB OVERVIEW

JOB PROFILE NAME

Welder I

JOB CODE

001831

POSTING / BUSINESS TITLE

Welder I

JOB GRADE

Hourly Grade 4

JOB
LOCATION

Hourly

PAY RATE TYPE

Hourly 

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT

 Tooling

REPORTS TO

 Tooling Supervisor

JOB OVERVIEW

The ideal candidate for this position would possess knowledge and experience in metal fabrication and fitment, as well as experience in the construction process of new product mold tooling. This knowledge and experience would cover aspects of tooling mold construction, steel bracing, and welding. These molds include but are not limited to hulls, liners, decks, small parts, fixtures, and other production support equipment.

Boson Whaler employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, profit sharing, quarterly bonus program, a perfect attendance program, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, and much more! Boston Whaler offers paid vacation time that is accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 80 hours of paid holidays. We pride ourselves on growing our people potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Construction of molds to defined specification methods outlined in tooling manuals
• Proper documentation of mold construction records through all phases of the mold building process
• Must be committed to quality standards acceptable by Boston Whaler and our customer base
• Ability to work with a wide variety of hand and power tools
• Support the timely execution of assignments defined in schedules outlined by tooling supervisor
• Ability to interface well with other employees, supervisors, managers throughout the organization
• Support departmental 6S initiatives making sure safety standards are followed, immediate work areas and the shops are maintained in a clean and orderly manner daily.
• Follow company policies and procedures, immediately report any observed safety concerns to supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1+ years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience as a welder, including usage of a variety of welding equipment and procedures.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and the use of PPE (welding helmet, face-shield, gloves, safety glasses, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Proficiency with metal fabrication tools including cold saw, tape measure, band saw, general power tools
• Ability to read/hear, interpret and/or understand instructions given verbally or written and exchange accurate information with others.

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Welding Certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Experienced in all aspects of mental working, fabrication, and welding (torch and plasma cutting, Mig and Tig welding, pipe bending, metal cutting machines, mill work)
• Self-starter, high energy individual who performs assignments effectively.

SHIFT & WORK SCHEDULE

• Boston Whaler and BBG Tech Center have multiple shifts available to fit a variety of schedule.
• The standard work schedule for this position is Monday – Thursday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

• Occasional overtime may be required based on scheduling and business needs, including non-schedule workdays or irregular hours.

• An hourly premium shift differential is available for employees working night shift and weekends

WORK ENVOIRNMENT & PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

• Shop floor working environment.
• Shop floor is non-climate controlled. Temperature fluctuates with outside environmental conditions, such as air temperature, radiant heat from sunlight, air movement, and humidity levels.
• Frequent exposure to high-temperatures, including a hot and humid environment, especially during summer months.
• Noise level is moderate with intervals of spikes
• Required to wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and utilize other safety equipment and personal protect equipment (PPE) while present on the production/shop floor.
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, resins, fiberglass dust & cloths, epoxy, composites, and other chemicals. 
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of times.
• Ability to regularly bend, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, reach, climb, and lift or move up to 35 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.