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Responsibilities / Tasks
GEA is one of the worlds largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 50 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success- come and join them!
We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams, and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
SUMMARY Using technical drawings, performs layout, marking, cutting, welding and finishing of stainless-steel components such as tanks, frames, ducting and other geometric and structural shapes of various sizes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:
Marks, cuts, fits, clamps and tack welds parts, to secure proper position per technical drawings.
Welds to specifications in a variety of welding processes, on a wide variety of joint configurations while working in positions both internal and external to the component on dissimilar material thicknesses.
Produces a weldment from numerous components to a completed product.
Safely operates a variety of hoisting and rigging equipment.
Operates MIG, TIG and GMAW machines as well as plasma cutting torches.
Works primarily with stainless steel parts and assemblies which at times can be generally described as large, heavy, bulky or awkward.
Interprets and performs tasks such as layout, cutting and welding based on written work instructions and weld symbols. Must understand and comply with workmanship standards and work independently as needed.
Obtains proper fusion using care to perform a high quality, consistent weld, avoid unnecessary weld spatter, burn through, crystallization or distortion.
Interprets fabrication drawings, bills of material and is able to make calculations and check for compliance to specifications.
Polishes, grinds and cleans metal surfaces and welds are required.
Operates hand trucks, carts, pallet trucks and hoists for movement of materials.
Detects defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and reports to appropriate lead or supervisor.
Adheres to company safety policies, procedural guidelines and works in a consistently safe manner.
Actively participates in company continuous improvement initiatives.
Completes tasks as assigned.
Other duties may be assigned as required.
Your Profile / Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have classroom weld training or demonstrated welding experience with relevant welding processes. Degree or certificate from technical welding school is preferred.
Must have good blueprint reading skills.
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
The PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORKING ENVIRONMENT, and PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT required are described below are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GEA offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer that understands the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture.
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