FEC - Aluminum Welder (Finance)

Position Title: Aluminum Welder

Reports to: Weld Shop Supervisor

Position Summary:

Federal Equipment Company has been a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing and in need of a Welder. We are seeking a skilled welder with a strong emphasis on aluminum welding experience. FEC offers a unique working environment that allows a hands-on individual to develop and grow as the company expands its footprint and maintains high performance as a trusted defense contractor.

Essential Job Functions:

• Reads and interprets blueprints and machine drawings to determine specific welding requirements.
• Cuts workpiece, using powered saws and other manual tools.
• Prepares, lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications.
• Execute high-quality aluminum welds with precision and attention to detail.
• Apply welding techniques across different metals (Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using GMAW, GTAW, or other welding methods on metals including Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Monel, Aluminum and Cu / Ni in flat, horizontal, or vertical positions)
• Brazes or solders metal products, components, or assemblies.
• Assembles machinery, fabricated metal products, and electrical equipment according to directions.
• Use various machines and hand tools to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Maintains logs, records, and reports concerning production, machine maintenance, and product inconsistencies.
• Maintains equipment and performs basic repairs when needed.
• Inventories tools, parts, and supplies; contacts materials handler if supplies are needed.
• Periodically checks products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion; resolves any identified problems and alerts supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Supports quality requirements, including hydrostatic testing, penetrant testing, visual inspection, and dimensional tests.
• Adhere to compliance requirements, including welder qualifications and welding procedures.

• Perform all tasks in accordance with QA procedures and the company's training program.
• Adhere to company Malpractice & Ethics Policies
• Cross trains on various positions in the department
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensures that all safety procedures are followed as stated on posted signs and in Company policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, and Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma (Preferred) or GED

• 2 years minimum experience required.
• Proven experience in aluminum welding and other metal welding methods is required
• Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot minor in shop issues.
• Be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to fractional equivalents.
• Ability to use weld fillet gauges to ensure proper weld size and interpret tolerances.
• Must be able to identify and measure material using tape measure and calipers.

• Good motor coordination and manual dexterity
• Candidates should be familiar with and capable of using hand tools.
• Mechanical background a plus
• Strong attention to detail

Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.