MIG Welder - 2nd Shift

Generac Power Systems; Town of Eagle (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus up to 6%

Job summary

Generac Power Systems in Eagle, WI is seeking Welders for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM) with overtime on Saturdays as needed. Welder I and II positions offer starting wages with a 13% shift premium and a quarterly bonus based on site performance.

Responsibilities vary by level, including interpretation of drawings, operating MIG, TIG, SMAW, and supporting robotic welding tasks. Welder III expands to more advanced welding and aluminum work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Certification.
• Welder I requires basic welding knowledge and ability to follow directions.
• Welder II requires 1 year of production welding experience and progress toward apprenticeship.
• Welder III requires 2 years of production welding experience and root-cause problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety rules and operate welding equipment.
• Interpret and follow engineering drawings and blueprints to weld tasks.
• Support across Welder I/II/III duties and assist with robotic welding as needed.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment.
• Advance in responsibilities across MIG, TIG, and stick welding as required.

Skills

Welding

Safety rules

Blueprint reading

Robotic welding

Education

High school diploma or Certification

Tools

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Robotic welder

SMAW welding equipment

Job description

Eagle, WI - USA

Full time

JR17408

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Saturday Overtime based on business needs

Starting Wage:

Welder I - $21.25/hr + 13% shift premium

Welder II - $25.50/hr + 13% shift premium

EARN MORE THAN JUST A PAYCHECK

Enjoy the opportunity to earn a quarterly bonus of up to 6% , based on overall site performance and key success metrics.

Responsibilities:

Welder I

• Comply with the company/site safety rules.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function.
• Flex across different products and areas to support business needs.
• Provide training to new employees or employees learning new work areas to work instructions/standard work.
• Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
• Interpret and understand engineering drawings and blueprints to accurately execute welding tasks.
• Assist with robotic welder.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Welder II

• All Welder I responsibilities.
• Intermediate MIG (GMAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding.
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding-related issues efficiently.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining welding equipment and tools.

Welder III

• All Welder I & II responsibilities
• Understanding of aluminum alloys, their properties, and how they react to different welding processes.
• Proficient in various aluminum welding processes, such as TIG (GTAW).
• Weld complex components with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Operate robotic welder.

Requirements:

High school diploma or Certification.

Welder I

• Internal written and physical weld test.
• An understanding of welding fundamentals.
• Basic welding experience and/or training.
• Basic knowledge of Mig Welding Equipment.
• Ability to follow direction and work in a team environment.

Welder II

• 1 year of experience in a production welding environment and successful completion of internal weld test.
• Working towards apprenticeship or certification
• Manufacturing experience, including knowledge of manufacturing processes or related experience.
• Basic knowledge of Mig and Tig Welding Equipment.
• Crane Certification.

Welder III

• 2 years of experience in a production welding environment and successful completion of internal weld test.
• Experience in root cause problem-solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.