Experienced Welder

Kimble Companies; Kentucky; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with match

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Kimble Companies is seeking a Welder responsible for repairing and fabricating equipment and materials used in their operations. Candidates must have prior welding experience, know how to read blueprints, and be able to operate various welding tools.

The position offers a day shift schedule with benefits including a 401(k) plan, comprehensive medical coverage, and paid time off. Successful candidates will work within a high-production pace to meet company needs.

Qualifications

• Prior welding experience in an industrial or shop environment.
• Ability to calculate angled and various measurement data.
• Must supply own basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Weld a variety of heavy mining equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints with attention to measurements.
• Maintain records of completed work.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading skills

Mechanical aptitude

Familiarity with welding tools

Tools

TIG welder

MIG welder

Plasma cutter

Oxyacetylene torch

Chop saw

Job description

The Welder position is responsible for the repair, modification, and fabrication of equipment, mining facilities, and other materials used in the operations of the company.

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior welding experience in an industrial or shop environment
• Ability to calculate angled and other various measurement data
• Must be able to supply your own set of basic hand tools set
• Must successfully pass pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen and background check

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of properties and characteristics of metals used for cutting, welding and forming objects and of various welding fluxes and rods
• Advanced knowledge of welding symbols and blueprint reading skills
• Heavy machinery maintenance is a plus
• Proficiency utilizing welding tools such as a TIG-welder, MIG welder, plasma cutter, arc welder, chop saw, oxyacetylene torch etc.
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to use common hand tools
• Mechanical aptitude

Responsibilities And Duties

• Weld a variety of heavy mining equipment, stone plant and shop equipment, and various items associated with each
• Read and interpret blueprints and manuals with attention to measurements
• Verify specifications of components and the equipment that it is being welded
• Alter dimensions to fit specifications
• Cutting and joining metal parts for fabricating or repair
• Design and create jigs that aid in fabrication of the parts
• Lay out, position, align, and fit components togetherBolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure in position for welding
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead position
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools
• Repair broken or cracked parts, fill holes and strengthens metal as needed
• Maintain a record of all work completed and submit to Supervisor
• Work within a high-production pace in order to maintain product supply for business needs
• Must be able to keep up with all production requirements
• Regular attendance consistent with Company Attendance Policy

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Employee Discount Program

Schedule: Day shift | Monday to Friday | Weekends as needed