2nd Shift Mig Welder

United Alloy; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Generous PTO and Vacation policy

401(k) with company match

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Job summary

United Alloy in Janesville, WI is seeking a skilled welder to assemble fabricated components per custom or stock specifications.

You will set up welds, interpret blueprints including welding symbols, and maintain equipment to ensure high-quality outputs while adhering to safety policies. This role supports process improvements and may involve mentoring others.

Qualifications

• Experience in metal fabrication and welding per QA standards.
• Must pass UAI AWS D1.1 welding test.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints including welding symbols.
• Experience with measuring tools and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set up and weld in 1-2 weld work centers with minimal supervision.
• Weld products using fixturing and meet customer specifications.
• Maintain welding machines, change wire and monitor gases.
• Perform tank leak tests and inspect for QC adherence.
• Maintain welding consumables and stock; support process improvements.
• Train/mentor other welders and assist in PPAP readiness.

Skills

Metal fabrication concepts

AWS D1.1 welding test

Attention to detail

Overhead crane operation

Tape measure & calipers

Blueprint reading

Material type & gauge determination

Tools

Welding equipment

Fixtures & clamps

Measuring tools

Job description

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: 2NDSH001731

Description

ABOUT UNITED ALLOY

United Alloy is a preferred designer, manufacturer and powder coater of certified metal tanks, skids, frames, trailers, chassis, and related products crafted to world-class quality standards in strategic partnership with Fortune 500 OEM customers.UA products are proudly “Made in the USA”. In addition to being made in the USA, UA is also 9001 certified, and has been recognized as a WBENC woman/minority owned business.

CULTURE

United Alloy empowers and entrusts our employees to manage the responsibilities of both their work and home lives. We are an agile team that produces extraordinary results, setting the standard in safety, quality, productivity, and profitability. Employees act with a sense of ownership, take initiative to problem solve and is committed to the company’s mission, their team and themselves.

United Alloy is supportive and encouraging of our employees, we are able to help make their dreams become a reality. At UA, every employee matters to us. We want everyone to have their own success story in their personal and professional lives. It’s one way that makes us an actively engaged team, inspired to win together.

SUMMARY:

This position welds fabricated components, per custom or stock specifications, for sale to customers in conjunction with customer quality requirements and United Alloy manufacturing philosophies. Monitoring welding performance and efficiency are essential.

Hours:

Monday-Thursday 2:00pm-12:00am (OT as required)

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Can set up and weld in 1-2 weld work center(s)
• Welds product using fixturing (if applicable) with minimal supervision
• Utilizes hand tools, fixtures, and clamps for small welding applications
• Can interpret basic elements of a blueprint, including welding symbols
• Can identify types of joints and welds
• Can meet UA weld aesthetic standards per customer specifications
• Can set up and maintain welding machines including changing wire and monitoring gases
• Can successfully perform a tank leak test
• Can monitor and maintain welding consumable and supply stock
• Understands cross check concepts and inspects product according to Inspection Control Plan
• Accurately tags material and product according to WI-0002 Product Identification
• Understands non-conforming process according to SOP-003
• Follows all safety policies and standards
• Maintains work center efficiency of 95%
• Can maintain a high degree of quality, must not have excessive scrap
• Understands and can use basic math principles including: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Accurately and efficiently perform all required PM on equipment
• Able to successfully weld 1st articles and PPAPs
• Capable and willing to train/mentor other welders
• Can make minor repairs to equipment and support equipment
• Recommends and helps implement process improvements
• Inspects own work for quality standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• The individual must have an exposure to metal fabrication concepts and processes
• Must pass a UAI AWS D1.1 welding test
• The individual must possess a keen sense of attention to detail
• Must possess the ability to operate overhead cranes, tape measure and calipers, basic hand tools and air tools
• Must be able to determine material types and gauges
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds with an assist
• 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility

BENEFITS

In addition to excellent starting wages, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as numerous perks.

• Medical, dental and vision
• Generous RTO and Vacation policy
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid trainingEarn a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

NOTE: Given the nature/size of our product and customer requirements, we require a stringent hiring process to ensure the highest quality product. Qualified candidates must successfully complete: Basic Skills/Measurement Test | Blueprint Reading Test | Pre-Employment Physical & Drug Screen

Physical Demands:

The 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, stoop, pull, push, assemble, and carry for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds with an assist.

Work Environment:

Ability to perform in a manufacturing environment that may have high noise levels, dust, chemicals, oil, and grease. Ability to work in an environment that may be either hot, cold or humid.

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