ALCOM LLC , the world's fastest growing Aluminum Trailer manufacturer, has immediate openings for Welders at our Winslow, Maine location. ALCOM LLC started in 2006 in Winslow, Maine with four employees and now currently employs close to 500, with three manufacturing facilities across the USA. In addition to offering one of the industry’s broadest product mixes, we have the best lead time on the market. Our brands include Polaris, SnoPro, Stealth, CargoPro, Frontier, Mission, High Country, EZ Hauler and Indian Motorcycle Trailers.**

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Welder is responsible for performing tasks involved in the production of bases and frames of aluminum trailers. This includes measuring, cutting, and welding of aluminum.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBITIES:

• Reads and follows blueprints and work orders ensuring a quality product that meets customer demands.
• Welds different facets of a trailer, including but not limited to: tacking, clamping, and welding with proper bead size on bases and cages in accordance with the work order; ensures quality of welds for structural integrity.
• Obtains raw materials from Material Handlers.
• Buffs out rough edges using a hand-held power grinder.
• Notifies supervisor of any mechanical or material issues including but not limited to, defects in material, damage to the trailer, and deviations from work order.
• Ensures that finished product meets quality expectations. Strives for the highest level of quality and understands the need for continuous improvement; supports the concept of “good enough is never good enough”.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area; works to minimize scrap, places unused material back in appropriate area, and disposes of waste appropriately.
• Follows all safety procedures, wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and reports any accidents or near misses to supervisor immediately.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required.

DESIRED EDUCATION//EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum: previous welding experience and ability to read a tape measure.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment helpful

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to work quickly without sacrificing quality or safety
• Must have a keen understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Must be able to measure and cut accurately
• Must possess the ability to creatively think and solve problems
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders accurately
• Ability to work in a fast- paced environment
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing – up to 80%
• Walking - up to 80%
• Lifting – approximately 55% during the shift
• Up to 25 pounds constantly
• Up to 50 pounds frequently
• Up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Twisting - 1-120 twists/day
• Bending - 1-120 bends/day
• Pushing & Pulling trailers with assistance – up to 15/day
• Working at heights on a ladder or on scaffolding with use of harness
• Kneeling – up to 10%
• Climbing – up to 40%
• Moderate deviations of the wrists
• Frequent use of both hands
• Long periods (8-10 hrs./day) of vibration
• Exposure to moderate, steady and fairly loud noise, below 85db
• The ability to work in 80-90°F temperatures during the summer
• May be exposed to slippery work surfaces (up to 10 hrs./day)
• Utilize appropriate PPE – may include use of respirator
• Exposure to dust, dirt, and shavings

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Welding: 1 year (Required)

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Other types of insurance