Aluminum MIG/TIG Welder

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Elkhart, IN is seeking an experienced welder for the 2nd shift to weld aluminum parts to print. The role requires 3 years of MIG/TIG welding experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read blueprints and work instructions. You will maintain quality, use measuring tools, and follow safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.

Join a team focused on reliable delivery and continuous improvement while adhering to safety standards and quality controls.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 3 years’ experience Aluminum MIG/TIG welding.
• Able to read, understand and follow work instructions.
• Able to read and understand blueprints.
• Able to read/write/speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Weld parts to print, ensuring clean equipment and timely completion.
• Perform MIG/TIG welds spatter-free per quality specs.
• Maintain high quality and efficiency (90% focus).
• Use Shop Floor Mobile to track progress and move items as scheduled.
• Conduct in-process checks and report defects to Front-Line Leader.
• Complete 5S assignments and adhere to safety rules.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading blueprints

Measuring tools

English language

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Legal Address - Elkhart, IN 46516Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDSalary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 HourlyJob Shift: 2nd ShiftJob Category: Manufacturing

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

• Maintaining High Quality and Efficiency (90% of the job)
• Perform MIG/TIG welds spatter free in a functional manner according to the company’s quality specifications
• Ensure items are moving according to schedule by using Shop Floor Mobile
• Uphold RC Industries quality model by conducting all in-process checks as well as report any defects to your Front-Line Leader
• Ensure 5s assignments are complete
• Timely labor reporting for jobs completed in Shop Floor Mobile
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment and abide by safety rules at all times

Mentoring & Training (5% of the job)

• Use strengths and skills to mentor and train others in meeting and exceeding delivery dates and customer expectations
• Supports leaders and other team areas as needed to meet overall team goals
• Participate in incident investigations as needed

Other Areas of Responsibility (5% of the job)

• Attend safety meetings as needed
• Follow RCII’s policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• 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:

• 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 (skills assessment)
• Use of measuring tools such as tape measure and calipers.
• Able to read, understand and follow work instructions
• Able to read and understand blueprints
• Able to work using small hand tools at a good speed
• Able to be flexible and move from job to job as priorities change
• Ability to use over head cranes and lifting devices

Technology Aptitude/Skills: N/A

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

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

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