Welder - Military veterans preferred

2024-03-28
AppCast (https://www.appcast.io)
Other

/yr

  full-time   employee


New Orleans
Louisiana
70130
United States

Welder

New Orleans, LA, USA Req #552
Friday, December 22, 2023
About Us:
 

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration. 

 

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers.  We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.  

 

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

                Job description

Title

 Welder

Department

 D010MNT

Reports To

 Thomas Finley

Location

 New Orleans, LA

FLSA

Hourly

Non-Exempt

Full Time

 

I.                   Summary

EMR USA has an opening for a Welder in New Orleans, LA. In this role, the Welder will conduct repairs on the shredder and other yard equipment. To be successful, the Welder must be able to work independently to accomplish daily tasks.  Ultimately, an outstanding Welder will understand the properties of different metals and how to work with them. 

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II.                Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assesses equipment, structures, materials, and job specifications for appropriate welding positions and methods
  • Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
  • Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
  • Align components using callipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
  • Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
  • Trims metal components using heat, fire, and electricity
  • Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
  • Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
  • Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
  • Uses electricity and torches to produce heat and solder together components made from steel, titanium, copper, and other metals
  • Monitors equipment for appropriate usage and temperature
  • Maintains a thorough knowledge of universal standards and specifications in order to meet building codes and legal requirements
  • Monitors work environment for hazards and maintains healthy ventilation levels to avoid particle or gas inhalation
  • Follows safety protocol, including wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.

 

III.             Required Skills / Abilities

  • Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.)
  • Mechanical inclination or a thorough understanding of heavy machinery. 
  • Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, callipers etc.)
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
  • Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
  • Deftness and attention to detail
  • Relevant welder or welding fabricator certifications
  • Knowledge of chemistry and metallurgy
  • Understanding of electricity
  • Attention to detail

 

IV.             Education & Experience

  • High School graduate or G.E.D.
  • Previous welding experience

 

 

V.                Other Job Demands

While performing the essential functions of this job, the Welder will be working in an outdoor environment. The employee may be near moving mechanical parts and will be exposed to all weather conditions. The noise level in the environment can be loud and will require ear protection. The employee is required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time. This job also requires frequent bending, kneeling, and standing, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working in confined spaces.

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EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Other details

  • Job Family US Production
  • Pay Type Hourly

 

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