2nd Shift Soft Serve- Welder

Vollrath Company; Kiel (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Kiel, Wisconsin is seeking a qualified welder for a 2nd shift position. The role involves welding, grinding, and assembly tasks, requiring the ability to read blueprints and operate mechanical equipment. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $26.95 per hour plus a $1.00 shift premium and a $3,000 sign-on bonus. A welding test is required as part of the interview process. Safety and efficiency are emphasized in all operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform welding, grinding, foaming, and assembly tasks.
• Capability to read and interpret blueprints and process sheets.
• Experience with mechanical equipment including welding and polishing tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, grinding, and assembly of components.
• Set up and operate various mechanical equipment.
• Monitor equipment and product quality for operational issues.

Job description

Shift: 2nd Shift (Start: 2:00 PM | End: 10:30 PM – 12:30 AM)

Pay: $26.95/hour (+ $1.00 Shift Premium)

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000

A Welding Test Will Be Required and Conducted During The In-Person Interview. Must Pass to be considered for the position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding, grinding, wrapping, foaming, and assembly of evaporator hoppers, barrels, and related components
• Work from blueprints, process sheets, schedules, or independently establish procedures and sequences when documentation is not available
• Set up and operate a variety of mechanical equipment, including welding, grinding, wrapping, extruding, spot welding, polishing, and foaming equipment
• Layout components, perform tooling and fixture setups, and identify or develop basic tooling as needed
• Organize materials and maintain workflow to meet production timelines within engineering specifications
• Support and maintain a lean pull system from barrel welding through final foaming
• Monitor equipment and product quality; identify malfunctions, improper fits, or operational issues, and take corrective action
• Maintain welding equipment and work areas to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Perform material handling and adhere to all housekeeping and safety standards
• Assist with troubleshooting, product failure analysis, and occasional in-field service as needed
• Collaborate with and support team members; may help schedule others to meet production demand
• Perform additional duties as assigned

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