Machine Welder I

Samuel, Son & Co.; Marinette (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite clinic

Onsite nurse

Annual bonus

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. in Wisconsin is seeking a welding associate to perform safety checks, crane operation, and fabricating parts per blueprints. The role requires reading blueprints, assembling heads and shells, and inspecting welds to meet quality standards.

You will handle dye penetrant inspection, operate cranes and forklifts, and participate in on-the-job training. This position offers competitive wages and opportunities for growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret blueprints and job routings.
• Capable of using cranes, hoists and forklifts with safety training.
• Welding certs required for operations and repairs.
• Good computer literacy and data entry.
• Able to read/write basic shop documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks at shift start on cranes and tools.
• Load components and set machines per blueprints.
• Read blueprints and routings; assemble heads and shells.
• Inspect welds and ensure quality per codes.
• Operate cranes/hoists/forklifts; complete safety training.
• Maintain equipment and report issues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Multitasking

Computers

Math skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Industrial experience (1 year)

Tools

Welding certs (3-1 SA)

Welding certs (5-1 GMAW)

Dye penetrant cert

Job description

Benefits

Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:

• Competitive wages $21.49 - $23.99
• Company paid health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Free Employer Clinic and Urgent Care.
• Onsite nurse and Occupational Therapy.
• Paid vacation and an annual bonus.
• 401k with company match.
• Opportunity for career stability and growth.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Protective personal equipment is provided, or cost of purchase is reimbursed.
• On the job training.

Responsibilities

• Associates to perform all safety checks at the start of their shift on all cranes and tools and document this as necessary. Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.
• Loads welder with component parts to be welded manually or with a hoist and adjusts machines according to blueprint.
• Requires associates to be able to read and interpret job specific blueprints, and job routings.
• Properly assemble heads and shells for machine welding operations.
• Remove finished products and smooth rough edges and correct any imperfections.
• Hold necessary welding certifications to operate machines and make repairs to manufactured products. Requires associated to be company certified.
• Dye Penetrant inspection, and do repairs to joggled shells, and must be able to successfully complete dye penetrant certification.
• Material handling – Operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed. Also successfully complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of this equipment.
• Must know materials used and complete relevant paperwork in the computer database.
• Visually inspects welds to assure that blueprints, code and quality standards are met.
• Monitors machines for unusual sound or vibration and maintains equipment notifying foreman of any problems.
• General upkeep of fluxes, copper bars, and other various aspects of automatic welding machines.

Education and Certifications

• Must have either a High School diploma, GED, or at least 1 year working experience in an industrial based environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work will in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
• Must have a basic understanding of computers.
• Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Welding Certificate 3-1 saw me (Submerged Arc).
• Welding Certificate 5-1 GMAW SA or ME (Spray Arc).

Work experience in related industry is an asset but even if you do not have this, we still want you to apply. On the job training will be provided.

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.