METAL SHOP CERT. WELDER

Diversityminnesota; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled welders to join their production team. This role focuses on fabricating production assemblies while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong welding skills and the ability to operate various machinery including forklifts and welders. This company prides itself on empowering employees and fostering a collaborative work environment that emphasizes innovation and excellence. Join a team dedicated to improving industry standards and making a positive impact in the community. If you are ready to take on new challenges and grow your career in a supportive setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Wellness Incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; welding certification preferred.
• Interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, welders, and other machinery safely.
• Perform welding tasks meeting company standards.

Skills

Welding

Forklift Operation

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Communication

General Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding Certification

Tools

Welders

Forklifts

Drill Presses

Band Saws

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Fabrication of production assemblies used in the production plant that meet the Company's and PCI's requirements of a certified welder.

Hourly rate for this position is $30.14.

WHY WORK FOR US?

At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results.

In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.

1. Health, dental and vision insurance
2. Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
3. Wellness Incentives
4. Paid holidays
5. Flex spending for medical and daycare
6. Health savings account (HSA)
7. 401(k) plan with profit sharing
8. Access to Nice Healthcare
9. Employee Assistance Program
10. Paid Time Off (PTO)
11. Wishbone Pet Insurance
12. Critical Illness Benefit Plan
13. Accident Insurance Plan
14. Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan

Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Operates forklifts, welders, all shears and punches, drill presses, and band saws
2. Builds and sets up own jigs
3. Perform welding tasks that meet the welding requirements established by the Company and PCI
4. Ability to read basic blueprints
5. Knowledge/experience working with gas/acetylene torch

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Welding certification preferred, but willing to test.
3. Have adequate knowledge of the English language to be able to read steel orders, blueprints, and be able to communicate with other members of the crew
4. Be an authorized forklift operator or be capable of learning the skills of operating a forklift. (Wells will train)
5. Be experienced in operating overhead crane-ways. (Wells will train)
6. Must have interpersonal communication skills to interact with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
7. Must be able to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
8. General math skills and ability to read tape measure.
9. Ability to work with others to get the project completed efficiently and work independently when needed.
10. Understand and accept changes that are implemented to become Best in Class.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, occasionally.
2. Physically able to push, pull, lift, bend, climb, kneel, twist, squat, crawl and use hands/forearms repetitively and frequently.
3. Ability to move around for up to 12 hours per day.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements. Moderate to high risk of safety precautions. Moderate to high exposure to production environment.

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

"Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities." Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.