Metal Welder

Fol-Da-Tank; Milan (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Fol-Da-Tank in Milan, Illinois, is seeking a Metal Welder to join their team. The role involves welding, cutting, and fabricating metal components using advanced welding techniques and equipment, while ensuring quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to teamwork. Physical demands include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic understanding of mathematical concepts related to welding assignments.
• Eager to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Welds and fabricates various products and equipment using cutting and welding techniques.
• Monitors the welding process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.

Skills

Welding systems understanding

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Metal Welder

Reports to: Operations Director

Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The primary objective of the Metal Welder is to weld, cut, and fabricate metal components and products by using plasma cutting and hand welding equipment.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job
• Welds and fabricates various products and equipment using cutting and welding techniques and equipment
• Monitors the welding process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area daily
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Thorough understanding of welding systems and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• Eager to learn, take initiative, and leadership skills with an ownership mindset
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude and strong time management skills
• Ability to work extended hours with little advance notice to meet project deadlines, if needed
• Must be able to audibly communicate clearly (regularly talk and hear), read at a distance and close to eyes with or without correction

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Requires sitting, standing, walking, and bending for 8-hour periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Manufacturing environment: may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, dust, or dirt