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Ascent Aerospace

Welder - 2nd Shift

santa ana, CA

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Welder 2Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made—making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.Summary Of PositionUnder shop supervision Welder 2 is responsible for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and Invar 36 parts using a MIG/TIG process.Essential FunctionsThis document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.Set up welding machines based on the specifications of the job.Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.MIG/TIG weld steel, aluminum and Invar 36 components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings.Repair broken or damaged parts.Fabricate and revise fixtures, jigs, gauges, hand apples and special tooling and components.Keep work area clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.Required Skills, Education, And ExperienceAny combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:High school diploma or GED3 – 5 years of relevant work experienceCompletion of a Welding certificate from a college or Technical SchoolExperience with Steel, aluminum and/or Invar 36Experience with MIG and TIG welding required.Knowledge of machines and toolsAbility to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, and tape measures.This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required.Preferred QualificationsForklift/crane certification and experienceAbility to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment.Able to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends when necessary.Has confidence in leading processes, projects and looks for opportunities.Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location.Supervisory ResponsibilityNoneTravel RequirementsTravel is primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require more out of area and overnight travel.Working ConditionsWorking conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee daily while performing the functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles.The employee may be exposed to vibration.The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.Work with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.Knows that safety shoes are required in the manufacturing area.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.Must be able to frequently walk and stand for long periods of time.Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.BenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability InsuranceLife InsuranceAD&D InsurancePTO401k MatchSpecial RequirementsEmployment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

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