MIG Welder 1st Shift

PDS Tech, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an Intermediate Welder to set up and operate welding processes, focusing on MIG welding of mild steel and contributing to Tennant product manufacturing. You will read engineering drawings, select fixtures and work procedures, and maintain quality and productivity standards on the shop floor.

The role requires 2+ years welding experience or 5+ years without a degree, and passing a welding assessment test.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree with 2+ years welding experience, or 5+ years welding without degree preferred.
• Must pass Tennant Welding Assessment Test.

Responsibilities

• Assist with interpreting orders, layouts and drawings to determine fixtures and procedures.
• Perform MIG, TIG and resistance welding.
• Grind, remove spatter, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Layout and fabricate metal components to assemble structures per welding requirements.
• Manage changes/setup and troubleshoot to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Aim to meet efficiency standards within 3 months and perform multiple welding processes proficiently.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Resistance welding

Blueprints interpretation

Quality-minded

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Technical degree + welding experience

5+ years welding experience (no degree)

Tools

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Welding fixtures & gauges

Job description

PDS Tech Commercial is currently looking for MIG welders on 1st shift.

1st Shift is 5am to 3pm Monday through Thursday.

Must be able to MIG weld on mild steel.

The Intermediate Welder is responsible for setting up and operating welding processes while achieving and maintaining established quality and productivity standards. You’ll have an opportunity to use your welding skills to produce high quality parts that go into our Tennant products. If you are looking for a role where you can be a part of a team and use your problem-solving skills, then this is the role for you.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Entry Level Welders in interpreting production orders, method layouts and Engineering Drawings(blue prints) to determine the use of fixtures and proper work procedures.
• Perform gas shielded metallic arc welding (MIG), gas shielded tungsten arc welding (TIG) and resistance welding
• Perform additional operations such as; grinding, spatter removal and any other duties as assigned
• Layout, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, such as machine frames and parts, using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy and engineering requirements.
• Process may be non-descript or variable, requiring changeovers/setup, troubleshooting, and adjustment to complete assigned tasks
• Achieve and maintain efficiency standards within 3 months.
• Adept at performing 3 or more processes proficiently within department standards (productivity – quality – safety)
• Utilize equipment and measures weld length, pitch and size to drive part accuracy within print tolerances and minimize Quality Notifications and Scrap.
• Focus on continuous improvement. Acts as agent of change on the shop floor by influencing peers.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Technical degree and 2 or more years of welding experience OR 5 or more years ofwelding experience without degree

• Must pass written and Hands on Tennant Welding Assessment Test
• Two years general sheet metal training or two years vocational training in sheet metal or related field preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Routinely lifts up to 40 lbs
• Requires standing most of the time, continuous bending, stooping squatting, and lifting
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close Vision, Distance Vision, Peripheral Vision, Depth Perception, ability to Adjust Focus.
• Requires good manual dexterity

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:

• Hearing and vision protection required in all areas
• Safety shoes required in all areas
• Exposure to oil, grease, dust, dirt, heat, fumes, metal particles, sparks, sharp-edged materials, and noise

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Exposed to hazards/risks that require body protection (gloves, pants, steel toes, sleeves, safety glasses, etc.)

Pay Details:

$25.00 to $35.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.