Welder

Welder

This position sets up and operates welding equipment to product parts which meet established standards for quality and quantity. Interpret blueprints, specifications, etc. to determine appropriate welding process. Join, fabricate and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our Facility in St. Croix Falls, WI offers a range of ammunition handling & delivery systems supporting the full spectrum of small and medium caliber weapons.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture - as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

• Set up and operate welding equipment (Spot, TIG, MIG, and Solder) to produce parts which meet established standards for quality and quantity
• Participate in planning for new fixtures and jigs
• Welds metal parts together using both gas welding or brazing and any combination of arc welding processes
• Keep records of time, job, part operation for production reporting
• Grind and clean parts as necessary
• Identify problems and initiate corrective action to minimize scrap and downtime
• Keep department work areas clean and orderly for efficiency and safety in accordance with 5S
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
• May be assigned painting projects as needed
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Demonstrate attention to detail
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; monitors own work to ensure quality
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views

Required Experience and Education

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Welding certificate from college or technical school; OR 2-4 years related experience and/or training combined with successful completion of certified test welds.

Licenses, Certifications, etc.

• Pass and attain MIL-Std D17.1 certification for Stainless Steel and/or Aluminum

This is a generic job posting for a Welder. Depending on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.

ITAR/EAR Compliance: This position requires access to export-controlled information and/or hardware, and candidates must be U.S. Persons that comply with all U.S. Export control laws and regulation. As such, U.S. citizenship, U.S. lawful permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or the ability to meet ITAR and EAR requirements is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

1105 E Pine St
St Croix Falls, Wisconsin, 54024
United States