Lead Welder - 2nd Shift

Life Fitness; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 88,111,000 - 118,198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Job summary

Life Fitness in Ramsey, MN is seeking an experienced MIG/Pulse Welder to support the Weld area, lead a small team, and help ensure safety, productivity and quality. The role requires reading prints, operating all weld equipment, and performing Oracle transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of MIG/Pulse welding experience and prior leadership exposure. Overtime eligibility and a second shift with a $2.00/hr differential are available as part of a comprehensive

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years MIG/Pulse welding experience.
• Life Fitness–specific welding experience preferred.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train and direct the work of department employees in responsibilities and safe working procedures.
• Perform welding functions, set-up and operate all department equipment as needed.
• Promote adherence to the production schedule to maintain inventory levels.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner; perform Oracle transactions.
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments as needed; report shortages, quality issues, safety hazards, incidents, and performance concerns.
• Operate forklift, hoist and pallet jack.

Skills

MIG welding

Pulse welding

Team leadership

English communication

Read prints

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Oracle

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:Assist in directing the day-to-day aspects of the Weld area while participating in the production of quality parts as needed to maximize safety, productivity and quality.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Train and direct the work of department employees in their responsibilities and safe working proceduresPerform welding functions, set-up and operate all equipment in the department as neededPromote adherence to the production schedule in order to maintain accurate inventory levelsComplete all required paperwork accurately and in a timely mannerPerform accurate and timely Oracle transactionsCommunicate and coordinate with other departments as neededReport shortages, poor quality, supply needs, equipment breakdowns, safety hazards, incidents and performance issues to the supervisorOperate forklift, hoist and pallet jackNON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Perform other duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS:High School diploma or equivalentExperienced and proficient MIG/Pulse Welder with 3 – 5 years welding experience, including Life Fitness specific welding experiencePrevious leadership experience preferredSolid organizational and problem solving skillsEffectively communicate in English (read, write, speak and understand), including giving clear work direction to team membersExcellent interpersonal communication skillsRead prints/work instructionsRead and complete process sheetsAbility to work independently in a fast-paced team environmentProficient computer skills including Oracle and emailHave tools necessary for the jobPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Lift up to 30 lbs up to 60% of shift and 50 lbs less than 30% of shift; push/pull up to 30 lbsWalk, stand, bend, twist/turn, reach overhead and grasp tools as necessaryOperate forklift, hoist and pallet jackAt Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. Your base wage will be between $30.75 - $41.25 per hour and includes eligibility for overtime. The actual wage offer will be based on qualifications, experience, location, and other relevant factors. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Production Bonus Plan, which provides opportunities to earn additional compensation based on performance metrics. Bonus eligibility is subject to meeting certain production goals and other criteria as outlined.This position is eligible for a $2.00 per hour shift differential for hours worked on 2nd shift, in addition to the base hourly wage.Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off including paid holidays, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Employees also have access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center featuring industry-leading Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment, making it easy to support health and wellness before, during, or after the workday. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.There continues to be a significant increase in phishing attempts across all industries where fraudsters are impersonating real employees and sending fictitious job offers to applicants in a scheme to obtain sensitive information. Please note that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength will never ask for your financial information at any part of the interview process, including the post-offer stage, and will only correspond through “@lifefitness.com” or \"@indoorcycling.com\" domain email addresses or “[e-mail]” for U.S. opportunities.Life Fitness/Hammer Strength does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.