Entry Level Welder

Worthington Enterprises, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sign-on bonus

Overtime pay

Profit sharing

Benefits (health, dental, vision)

On-site barber

Career growth

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Worthington Enterprises in Kentucky produces cylinders used in heating systems, refrigerant recovery, and fire suppression. Entry level welders join 2nd or 3rd shift on a fast-paced assembly line to safely manufacture quality parts.

We offer growth, a $20.50–$23.50 starting pay with shift differential, a $1,500 sign-on bonus and a $1,000 bonus after year, health/dental/vision from day one, and on-site benefits like a barbershop. Training and tuition assistance are available.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle physical, repetitive tasks and stand for extended periods.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions.
• Familiarity with part numbers, sizes, and quality detection.
• Forklift and crane licenses are a plus.
• Basic English proficiency is required to read safety instructions, understand work orders, and communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, testing, material handling, welding, press room operation, and paint line operation.
• Follow detailed production instructions to manufacture quality parts safely.
• Detect and address defects and quality issues. Accurately count, label, and handle small parts.
• Maintain safety standards by following all policies and procedures.

Skills

Physical stamina

Hand-eye coordination

Basic math

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

English proficiency

Forklift license

Crane license

Job description

Ready to make an impact at Worthington Enterprises? Join our team! We are hiring for Welders on 2nd (3pm-11pm Monday through Friday) and 3rd (11pm-7am Sunday through Thursday) shifts. Here in Jefferson, we produce cylinders used in heating systems, refrigerant recovery, and fire suppression. Sounds cool, right?

In this role, Entry Level Welders are responsible for safely manufacturing quality parts on a fast-paced assembly line.

Why Worthington Enterprises?

At Worthington Enterprises, people come first. We invest in our team, value new ideas, and create opportunities for employees to build lasting careers. Named a Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, based on employee feedback.

• Competitive Pay:We pay for experience, but minimum starting pay is $20.50 to $23.50 with shift differential included.
• Sign-On Bonus: We offer a $1,500 sign-on bonus for new employees, and another $1,000 bonus after your first year.
• Overtime Pay:Time-and-a-half for hours over 40/week and double-time for hours over 48/week.
• Profit Sharing:Quarterly profit-sharing with no cap. See your hard work pay off.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one, with HSA contributions included.
• Barbershop:Need a haircut? We’ve got a barbershop on-site.
• Career Growth:Opportunities for training, career development, and tuition assistance.
• Paid Parental Leave:Available for all regular full-time employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, testing, material handling, welding, press room operation, and paint line operation.
• Follow detailed production instructions to manufacture quality parts safely.
• Detect and address defects and quality issues. Accurately count, label, and handle small parts.
• Maintain safety standards by following all policies and procedures.

Desired Experience/Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to handle physical, repetitive tasks and stand for extended periods.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions.
• Familiarity with part numbers, sizes, and quality detection.
• Forklift and crane licenses are a plus.
• Basic English proficiency is requiredto read safety instructions, understand work orders, and communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.