Welder (01)

The welder will fabricate, assemble, and maintain metal structures and equipment using various types of welding machines, cutters, shapers and measuring tools according to customer or employer specifications. He/she will read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and blueprints to determine the method of execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identifies and analyses defective production equipment and inform supervisor.
• Fabricates and assembles metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers and measuring tools.
• Uses multiple welding techniques: Arc, Tig and Mig to repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes.
• Set ups, operates, and maintains welding equipment.
• Maintains grinders and performs all cleaning and grinding of metals as needed.
• Reads and understands blueprints for the location, position, and dimension of fabrication parts.
• Completes all welding job work orders and other needed maintenance documentation.
• Organizes and arranges pre-made boiler parts before assembly.
• Uses scrapers, cleaning solvents and wire brushed to clean vats.
• Inspects and performs tests on boiler systems to find any defects or leaks.
• Repair or replace parts such as valves, joints, or pipes, using welding equipment, hand tools, and gas torches.
• Responsible for ensuring all metal structures are safe and secure.
• Completes any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Knowledge:

• Ability to design and construct both metallic and plastic structures from scratch.
• Knowledge of Yalelo’s Procedures, Processes, Policies and Quality standards
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Equipment & Technology
• Extensive knowledge of various welding techniques, including TIG welding, oxy-fuel welding, and arc welding
• Skilled in both mechanical and manual welding practices

Minimum Qualification & Experience:

• Trades Certificate in Engineering (Fabrication) obtained through an apprenticeship or Related Vocational Training
• A valid certificate in welding from an accredited institution is preferred.
• Grade Twelve (12) Certificate
• 1-3 Years of Experience as a welder
• Experience in Engineering Equipment Maintenance and Repair
• Experience working in an FMCG Industry is an added advantage.

Duration: Permanent