ITD - Welder

Jasper Engines & Transmissions; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

PTO after 30 days and holidays

Quarterly bonus

401(k) matching

Job summary

Jasper Engines & Transmissions in Jasper, IN is seeking a Welder for our Tool and Die division. The role requires basic welding knowledge and the ability to read CAD drawings, measure parts, and assemble components using spot, electric, or gas welding equipment.

The position involves standing 8–10 hours, lifting up to 50 lbs, and following safety procedures. Strong attention to drawings and dimensions is essential for quality repairs and tooling installation.

Qualifications

• Basic welding knowledge with ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Must pass SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW qualifications and torch safety.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, sketches, and samples to weld, fabricate, and repair parts to specs.
• Light lifting and hoisting to move tooling or parts from the bench.
• Use measuring tools to build up and grind parts to spec.
• Operate welders, drills, saws, and hand tools with precision per job specs.
• Adjust welder controls for different jobs and perform preventative maintenance.
• Keep area, bench, and machine clean at shift end.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Welding processes

Safety compliance

Tools

Tape measures

Squares

Bench grinder

Disc grinder

Band saws

CAD drawings

Job description

Job Description:

ITD – Welder

Job Overview:

This is a Welder position in our JASPER Indiana Tool and Die Division. Basic prior welding knowledge would be required. Operations consist of using a spot-welding gun or hand, electric, or gas welding equipment to assemble metal components to effect repairs to various products and machinery. They are responsible for measuring sizes to ensure parts meet specifications that are shown on drawings or instructions. Welders may also need to fill holes or corrects mistakes in product and make bulges thin and curves in metal work pieces.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 6:30am-3:00pm
• Overtime available

Qualifications:

• Needs to be able to use tape measures, squares, bench grinder, disc grinder, variety of hand tools, vertical and horizontal bandsaws. Must be able to identify types and sizes of metal and other material. Must also be able to understand CAD drawings and can sketch a part. Basic math skills (add, subtract, decimals, fractions) are also critical.
• Must understand how to use equipment and follow procedures…and can pass the qualification process for SMAW (shielded metal arc welding), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), GMAW (gas metal arc welding) as well as brazing and soldering. Additionally, must understand how to safely use a torch to heat and cut.
• The ability to lift, bend, push, pull and move materials up to 50lbs.
• The ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be approx… 8-10 hours)
• The ability to use handheld tools such as Hammers, Screwdrivers, Wrenches, Squares, Tape Measures, Etc.
• Standing: Continuously
• Walking: Continuously
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Stooping (forward leaning): Occasionally.
• Reaching/Working Overhead: Occasionally

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, and samples to accurately weld-up, fabricate, and repair parts to customer specifications.
• Some light lifting required and using hoists for heavy lifting to cut metal and install or remove large tooling or parts from the bench.
• Use measuring equipment with both hands to accurately build up and grind down parts to customer specifications.
• Operate welders, drill presses, saws, and various hand and power tools, with both hands, to repair or fabricate parts in conjunction with the specs and accuracy required for the specific job(s).
• Must know how to adjust controls on the welder to make it work properly on different jobs.
• Must perform preventative maintenance on welders and other equipment.
• Clean area, bench, and machine at the end of each shift

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive starting wages
• Multiple performance reviews within your first two years, which include the ability to receive multiple wage increases
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, flexible-spending accounts.
• PTO after 30 days and 10 paid holidays after 30 days
• Quarterly bonus after 6 months of employment
• Climate controlled work environment
• 24/7 Onsite Fitness Center, medical clinic, and Spanish translator
• 2 forms of retirement; 401(k) with a company match program and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Shares in the employee ownership stock program valued at $1,515.93 per share!
• On the job training
• And, so much more!

Click here to learn more about JASPER: https://youtu.be/0dK_Yv2KmkE.
JASPER has been remanufacturing quality products since 1942 and today we are the nation’s largest remanufacturer of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, rear axle assemblies, air & fuel components, marine engines, sterndrives, performance engines, and electric motors. JASPERs, over 2,500 Associate-Owners, are committed to providing our customers with exceptional experience and the perfect product. We are firmly committed to providing all our Associate-Owners with a safe work environment, opportunities for Personal Growth and Development and a wide array of benefits. Own Your Future by becoming part our 100% Associate-Owned Family!

Own your future at JASPER!

Pay Range:

Based on Experience

Jasper Engines & Transmissions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JASPER is an at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.