MIG Welder - 2nd Shift

Generac Power Systems, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13% shift premium

Quarterly bonus up to 6%

Overtime on Saturdays

Training and development

Job summary

Generac Power Systems, Inc. is seeking skilled welders for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) with potential Saturday overtime based on business needs. The role includes operating MIG, TIG, and stick processes, reading blueprints, and supporting multiple product lines.

Starting wage is $21.25/hr for Welder I and $25.50/hr for Welder II, plus a 13% shift premium. A quarterly bonus of up to 6% may be earned based on site performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Certification.
• Welder I-III require internal weld tests.
• Ability to read and interpret welding instructions and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe and effective operation of welding equipment.
• Flex across products and areas to support business needs.
• Provide training to new employees on work instructions/standard work.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or Certification

Tools

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Robotic welder

SMAW equipment

Job description

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.”