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Dairy Farmers of America

Welder/Fabricator/Mechanic

Dairy Farmers of America, Springfield, Missouri, us, 65897

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SEMO Tank (owned by Dairy Farmers of America) sells, leases, and repairs tank trailers and offers a vast inventory of related parts for resale.

General Purpose The welder/fabricator/mechanic position is responsible for performing all types of tank trailer repair including but not limited to mechanical repair, welding, grinding, polishing, cutting, and fabricating operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Perform cutting, aligning, fitting, and welding operations for repairs/modification or design related to new equipment

Perform grinding and polishing to 3A standards when required

Locate and mark work piece cutting and bending lines, allowing for welding and machine shrinkage, stock thickness, and any other component specifications

Lay out and examine metalwork pieces or stock to be processed to make sure that client specifications are met

Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as rolls, brakes, drill presses, grinders, and shears, in order to cut, form, drill, bend, and punch

Perform repairs to air brake and suspension systems

Inspect, diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance and general repairs to company and DOT standards

Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings

Attend departmental training, such as safety and equipment training

Handle, position, move, and install materials using arms and hands and manipulating things

Apply sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job

Wear PPE at all times and observe health, safety and environmental policies

Keep track of materials used in order to maintain inventory control

Properly record time spent and material used on daily work sheets

Appropriately dispose of damaged materials

Label and store salvage parts for future reinstallation

Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working area

Furnish personal hand tools

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required

Technical/vocational school graduation, equivalent apprenticeship or work experience preferred

Experience in TIG and MIG welding

Experience in welding of stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel

Experience with mechanical assembly

General knowledge of air operated braking systems

General knowledge of air and spring ride suspension systems

General knowledge of ABS and diagnostics

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Able to communicate clearly and effectively

Able to work well with others

Able to follow directions

Able to operate required tools and equipment

Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig/stick)

Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation, assembly drawings, etc.

Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Able to work in confined spaces

Able to lift over 70 lbs

Able to work overtime

May occasionally require overnight travel

Must be able to read, write and speak English

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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