Aluminum MIG/TIG Welder

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Elkhart, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

RC Industries in Elkhart, IN is seeking an experienced Aluminum MIG/TIG Welder for the 2nd shift. You will weld parts to print, maintain high quality, and ensure timely production while following safety rules and RCII policies.

You will also mentor teammates, participate in incident investigations, and contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency and delivery performance.

Qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 3 years’ experience aluminum MIG/TIG welding.
• Certification(s): n/a
• Functional Skills: Basic math and counting skills; use of measuring tools; read and follow work instructions; read blueprints; use small hand tools; flexible to move between jobs.
• Technology Aptitude/Skills: N/A
• Language Skills: Read/write/speak English fluently; fill out forms; positive communication.
• Leadership/Behaviors: Self-directed, highly-motivated; mentor and train others; support team goals.
• Culture Match Behaviors: Respectful, customer-focused; quality and efficiency emphasis; aligns with RC Industries values.

Responsibilities

• Weld parts to print using MIG/TIG, keeping equipment clean and parts on schedule.
• Ensure items move according to schedule via Shop Floor Mobile; perform in-process checks and report defects.
• Maintain 5S compliance and complete timely labor reporting.
• Mentor and train teammates to meet delivery dates and customer expectations.
• Participate in safety meetings and follow RCII policies; engage in lean manufacturing activities.
• Wear PPE and adhere to safety rules at all times.

Skills

Aluminum MIG/TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Team mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Overhead cranes

Lifting devices

Job description

# Aluminum MIG/TIG WelderLegal Address - Elkhart, IN 46516## OverviewSalary Range$24.00 - $26.00 HourlyLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeJob Shift2nd ShiftEducation LevelHigh School/GEDCategoryManufacturing## Description| || --- || **Overall Purpose: Why the Job Exists & What You Will Do:** || Weld parts to print, taking care to clean the welding equipment and getting parts done timely. || **Essential Job Functions & Expected Outcomes: Your Accountabilities in the Role** || 1. **Maintaining High Quality and Efficiency (90% of the job)** 1. Perform MIG/TIG welds spatter free in a functional manner according to the company’s quality specifications 2. Ensure items are moving according to schedule by using Shop Floor Mobile 3. Uphold RC Industries quality model by conducting all in-process checks as well as report any defects to your Front-Line Leader 4. Ensure 5s assignments are complete 5. Timely labor reporting for jobs completed in Shop Floor Mobile 6. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment and abide by safety rules at all times 2. **Mentoring & Training (5% of the job)** 1. Use strengths and skills to mentor and train others in meeting and exceeding delivery dates and customer expectations 2. Supports leaders and other team areas as needed to meet overall team goals 3. Participate in incident investigations as needed 3. **Other Areas of Responsibility (5% of the job)** 1. Attend safety meetings as needed 2. Follow RCII’s policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook 3. Participate in lean manufacturing activities *The job criteria may include other duties, responsibilities and activities, which may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.* | | | | --- | --- | | **Core Values that Apply to All Positions:** | | | * **Dedication to Quality** * **Provide Relentless Support** * **On-Time Delivery** | * **Lifelong Learner** * **Customers are why we exist** * **Lead by example** | | **Equipment Used:** | | | * This role routinely uses weld equipment and other tools throughout the day. | | | **Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Functions:** | | | * Ability to stand or walk on concrete surfaces seven plus hours per day * Ability to use hands and fingers to operate weld equipment and other tools in a safe way for seven plus hours per day * Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, twist, push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds independently to move product on a regular basis * Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, twist, push, pull and lift over 75 pounds as part of a team lift or using a lifting device * Ability to review procedures, do basic math and measurement computations as well as visually compare product to quality specifications | | | **Environmental Conditions & Travel:** | | | * The employee is primarily exposed to a manufacturing environment with moderate noise. The employee is occasionally required to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment while visiting manufacturing departments. * The manufacturing warehouse has heat however, temperature fluctuates throughout the day. * Various machinery, equipment and forklifts are used in the manufacturing areas. Employees should use extreme caution, follow all safety procedures, and wear all required PPE to ensure safety for themselves and others | | |## Qualifications| || --- || **Position Requirements:** || 1. Education: A high school diploma or GED 2. **Experience:**3 years’ experience aluminum MIG/TIG welding 3. **Certification(s):** n/a 4. Functional Skills: 1. Basic math and counting skills (skills assessment) 2. Use of measuring tools such as tape measure and calipers. 3. Able to read, understand and follow work instructions 4. Able to read and understand blueprints 5. Able to work using small hand tools at a good speed 6. Able to be flexible and move from job to job as priorities change 7. Ability to use over head cranes and lifting devices 5. Technology Aptitude/Skills: N/A 6. Language Skills: Able to read/write/speak English fluently and is able to fill out all required forms and paperwork needed for the position; communicates in a positive way 7. Leadership/Behaviors: Self-directed, highly-motivated, and ability to be a team player; provide mentoring and training to support the team and reach departmental goals 8. Culture Match Behaviors: Respectful of others, goal and customer-focused; ability to stay focused on quality as well as being efficient to produce a high level of output on the job; embraces RC Industries values, expectations, and ideas |