Welder

Agropur; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Welder I, where you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing equipment in a dynamic production environment. Enjoy a competitive starting wage with opportunities for advancement, all while working just 14 shifts a month. This role offers a healthy work/life balance and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. Be part of a diverse team dedicated to producing high-quality dairy products and making a positive impact in the industry. If you are passionate about welding and looking for a supportive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Advancement Opportunities

Healthy Work/Life Balance

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of welding experience required.
• Experience with stainless welding and food-grade repairs essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Weld and fabricate various equipment and parts.
• Assist production team with troubleshooting issues.

Skills

Welding

Preventive Maintenance

Blueprint Reading

Mechanical Repairs

Safety Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Stick Welder

Job description

Invest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!

Work only 14 shifts per month and enjoy more long weekends!

Text key word "Agropur" to and then text JR19616 to apply today!

How Agropur invests in YOU:

• Starting wage of $34.91
• Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
• $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays and Holidays
• 2-2-3 Rotational Schedule Day Shift
• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

What's involved in this role:

We are looking for a Welder I in Hull, Iowa .

The Welder I is responsible for performing welding-related preventative maintenance and repair, assisting production team in troubleshooting issues to maximize production efficiency.

• Perform daily preventive maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Handle repairs of mechanical and building equipment in timely manner to limit production loss.
• Weld and fabricate a variety of equipment and parts.
• Install equipment per layout drawings.
• Prepare parts list for ordering as needed.
• Assist plant production team troubleshoot production problems.
• Understand and adhere to all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.
• Ensure hot permits, confined space permits, and other safety related paperwork is being completed. As well as ensure all PPE and proper safety protocols are being followed.
• Effectively perform sanitary welding and moderate pipe fitting (stainless, copper, pvc, etc.).

What you need to join our team:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year of related welding experience and/or training required.
• Experience welding stainless and making food-grade repairs required.
• Experience welding with stick welder to make a variety of repairs in horizontal, vertical and overhead required.
• Experience reading and understanding blueprints required.

Where you'll be working:

• Our Hull, Iowa, plant is home to approximately 180 employees. We produce mozzarella, parmesan, romano, cheddar, gouda, and Monterey Jack cheeses as well as various whey streams.
• Agropur's US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World.

We dairy you ! JOIN AGROPUR.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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