Lead Welder - Nights

DeSHAZO, LLC; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the crane manufacturing industry as a Lead Welder. This role involves using MIG welding equipment to produce high-quality parts while supervising a dedicated welding team. You'll be part of a dynamic environment that values safety and excellence, ensuring that all products meet rigorous standards. With competitive pay and a robust benefits package, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a supportive and innovative workplace.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

401k plan with match

Company-paid short term disability insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave time

Weekly pay periods with direct deposit

Tool purchase program

9 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of welding experience required.
• Must be able to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the welding team during shifts.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.

Skills

MIG/GMAW or SAW welding

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Quality assurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding course or AWS certification

Job description

Position: Lead Welder

Shift: Nights (4:00pm - 2:30am, plus OT)

Sign On Bonuses for all hourly Manufacturing Personnel!**

Starting Pay: $25.00/hr +. Starting pay is based on experience and skills evaluations. $3.00 Shift Differential for night personnel.

WHO ARE WE?

DeSHAZO is a leader in the Overhead Bridge Crane design and manufacturing industry, renowned for creating custom-built cranes that excel in reliability and boast an extended service life. Our unwavering commitment to excellence is evident in the meticulous fabrication and welding of highly engineered structures, adhering to rigorous national standards. Notably, our fully equipped facility stands out not only for its machining expertise but also for housing a fully equipped electrical facility dedicated to the design and construction of electrical components. With a state-of-the-art machining facility producing precision parts held to close tolerances, DeSHAZO has solidified its position as a dominant force in the Overhead Crane Industry.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Welder Leader is responsible for using MIG welding equipment to manufacture parts and assemblies as required, meeting defined production schedules. The Welder Leader supervises the welding team during shifts.

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepares and sets up necessary tools and equipment for welding jobs.


• Arranges parts for welding and staging processes.


• Builds welded assemblies for new products and changes to existing products per engineering documents and established production standards.


• Reports fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required.


• Participates in and attends cross functional meetings as required.


• Coordinates, leads, and communicates effectively with the welding team.


• Supports the Quality Assurance department with respect to jig & fixture evaluation.


• Ensures compliance in all safety, health, and environmental regulations, policies and procedures for a goal of zero incidents and injuries.


• Operates other necessary equipment and performs tasks necessary to complete parts to specifications.


• Performs additional duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.


• All candidates must be willing and able to train on day shift prior to transitioning to designated offered shift.


• Must have MIG/GMAW or SAW welding experience and ability to read blueprints.


• 2-3 years of experience in welding and/or completion of a welding course or AWS certification.


• Ability to read engineering drawings.


• Knowledge of fabricated assemblies, welding procedures, and inspections of components.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand/walk 95% of the work day.


• Lift up to 50 pounds with assistance from overhead cranes or co-workers.


• Twist, reach and bend frequently.


• Possess hand/eye coordination and bilateral dexterity (gross and fine).


• Possess depth perception and peripheral vision.


• Possess the ability to hear.


• Possess the ability to ascend and descend a ladder.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to standing on hard surfaces up to 12 hours per day.


• Exposure to hot and cold conditions, noise, chemicals, heavy equipment and machinery.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance


• 401k plan with match


• Company-paid short term disability insurance


• Long term disability insurance available


• Company-paid basic life insurance


• Employee assistance program


• Additional life insurance available


• 9 paid holidays


• Paid vacation and personal leave time


• Tool purchase program


• Weekly pay periods with direct deposit


• Competitive pay

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category

Deshazo's Mission: Deshazo is committed to elevating our clients' business needs through custom-built cranes and tailor-made automation systems. We enhance our products by providing expert inspections, repairs, modernizations or rebuilds.

New DeSHAZO Direct & Contract Hires Sign-On Bonus $1000/year possible

All listed amounts are net pay & available to hourly manufacturing personnel only.

• $150 2 weeks employed*


• $350 6 months employed**


• $500 12 months employed**

*Requires zero (0) tardies or unexcused absences allowed during this time period.

** Associate must not receive any progressive discipline per the Employee Handbook.