Aluminum Welder

Gradall Industries, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Sick and Accident Pay

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401k Retirement Plan

Competitive wages

Training and development

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Gradall Industries in Tuscarawas County seeks Welders with blueprint literacy and welding test ability. Responsibilities include fit-up, tack and finish welds across positions, reading blueprints, and safe operation of cutting torches. Must pass entry weld test and handle routine maintenance.

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package with paid holidays and 401k, plus training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience and ability to pass welding test.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform welds in multiple positions.

Responsibilities

• Fit up, tack weld, and finish weld to specifications.
• Read blueprints and operation sheets to produce quality work.
• Set gas and oxygen levels for cutting torches; operate safely.
• Cut steel and other metals with accuracy per prints.
• Perform grinding, maintenance, and material handling as needed.
• Follow PPE requirements and safety rules; maintain attendance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding proficiency

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Gas and oxy-acetylene welding

Job description

Gradall Industries takes great pride in being a top employer in the Tuscarawas County area for more than four generations. As a company, we are dedicated to building an outstanding team of professionals who work hard, take pride in their work, and contribute to a positive, respectful workplace culture. If you share these values and want to be part of a growing company, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Gradall is currently hiring for Welding positions. If you have relevant experience in Welding and you meet the requirements listed below.

Position Summary:

Using average to complicated blueprints and operation sheets, fit up, tack weld, and finish weld any job assigned to consistently produce work of accepted quality.

Pay - IAM member starts at $27.02 to Top Rate of $30.66

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Ability to pass entry level weld test, change weld wire settings and perform welds at all positions.
• Ability to read blueprints at an intermediate level.
• Ability to set gas and oxygen levels in order to use cutting torches.
• Ability to cut steel and other metals straight and within acceptable tolerances as designed on prints or verbal instructions.
• Perform related tasks including grinding, cutting and removing scrap from tables, routine machine care and maintenance, material handling, recordkeeping and any other duties as assigned by supervision.
• Job requires planning and performing diversified work of average complexity and frequent physical effort in handling and moving material.
• Practice safe work habits including PPE requirements and all safety rules.
• Comply with plant rules, excellent practice of safe behavior and compliance with safety rules and have good attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to count accurately and have knowledge of basic arithmetic skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).
• Ability to read, write legibly and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner as needed to complete assigned duties.
• Ability to use CRT/computer/bar code reader to retrieve and/or input data.
• Ability to plan work to maximize utilization of equipment.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to pass entry level weld test, change weld wire settings and perform welds at all positions.
• Ability to read blueprints at an intermediate level.
• Ability to set gas and oxygen levels in order to use cutting torches.
• Ability to cut steel and other metals straight and within acceptable tolerances as designed on prints or verbal instructions.
• Ability to perform related tasks including grinding, cutting and removing scrap from tables, routine machine care and maintenance, material handling, recordkeeping and any other duties as assigned by supervision.
• Ability to plan and perform diverse work of average complexity and frequent physical effort in handling and moving material.
• Ability to practice safe work habits including PPE requirements and all safety rules.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with plant rules, excellent practice of safe behavior and compliance with safety rules and have good attendance.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned
• Ability to prioritize work using general guidelines to respond to multiple, simultaneous demands and requirements efficiently without losing composure.
• Knowledge of GMS and safety systems to ensure compliance.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED

One year of work experience in a manufacturing environment and ability to pass welding test.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, twist/turn, bend/squat, climb, reach below knees and reach above shoulders on a continuous basis.

Frequent use of powered material handling equipment.

Frequently required to lift/carry up to 15 lbs unassisted, occasionally lift/carry 16-50 lbs unassisted.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Must be able to prioritize work using general guidelines to respond to multiple, simultaneous demands and requirements efficiently without losing composure.

Why should you work at Gradall?

• Competitive wages
• Generous Benefits package including
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick and Accident Pay
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401k Retirement Plan
• Opportunities for training and development
• Advancement Opportunities

Gradall is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.