MIG Welder/Fabricator

Poseidon Barge, Ltd.; Berne, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K match

Paid vacation/holidays/personal days

10 hour shift

Job summary

Poseidon Barge, Ltd. in Berne, Indiana is seeking skilled welders for 3rd shift. Build barges per blueprints and operate welding machines (GMAW/FCAW/MCAW).

Shift hours are 8:00pm–6:00am, Sunday night through Thursday morning with overtime on Thursdays. Eligible for double time after 45 hours and a $1,000 bonus after 90 days with no absences. The role reports to the Shop Supervisor and requires the ability to read fabrications drawings, perform welding prep, and maintain safety standards in a

Qualifications

• 3 years of production welding and fitting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and AWS standard welding symbols.
• Previous experience training others is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Layout, position, align and fit together fabricated parts of structural metal products in shop according to blueprint and layout specifications, in preparation for welding.
• Setup and adjust welding machines to weld components and assemblies using GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW.
• Plan sequence of operation, considering geometry, heat effects, and weld shrinkage, machining, and thickness of metal.
• Move parts into position manually or with overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Remove high spots, slag and bevel cuts with hand files, grinders, and plasma torch.
• Inspect materials, components, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Work effectively in team-based and independent environments.
• Observe and comply with all safety rules and wear PPE.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Higher vocational training

Tools

GMAW

FCAW

MCAW

GTAW

Job description

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

Description

We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefit package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(K) match, and paid vacation/holiday/personal days.

Enjoy the benefit of a 10 hour work shift!!

We are currently hiring for 3rd shift positions. 3rd shift hours: Sunday night through Thursday morning 8:00pm - 6:00am. Overtime on Thursday nights when needed. 30 minute paid lunch and $1.50/hr shift premium for working 3rd shift.

We pay double time after 45 hours worked per week!!

Bonus of $1,000 after 90 days employment if you have no absences or tardies!!!

POSITION REPORTS TO: Shop Supervisor

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES: None

STATUS: Full-time; FLSA Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE: Build Barges and barge accessories per blueprint specifications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Layout, position, align and fit together fabricated parts of structural metal products in shop according to blueprint and layout specifications, in preparation for welding.
• Setup and adjust welding machines in order to weld components and assemblies using GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW.
• Plan sequence of operation, applying knowledge of geometry, effects of heat, and allowance for weld shrinkage, machining, and thickness of metal.
• Move parts into position manually or utilizing overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Remove high spots, slag and cuts bevels, using hand files, portable grinders, chipping hammers and cutting & plasma torch.
• Inspect materials, components, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Work effectively and efficiently in both team-based and independent working environments.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.

Education and Work Experience

• 3 years of production welding and fitting experience preferred
• Higher vocational training preferred
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and AWS standard welding symbols
• Previous experience training others is preferred.
• Experienced in GMAW, FCAW, and MCAW. Knowledge of GTAW is preferred.

Physical Factors/Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis
• Must be able to stand, reach, walk and bend on a continual basis.
• Must be able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment (cold in winter- hot in summer), including work outside all year in all weather conditions.

About the Organization

Poseidon Barge is the premier sectional barge manufacturer serving the Heavy Civil and Marine Construction Industries. Sectional Barges and accessories are manufactured at Poseidon's fabrication shop in Berne, Indiana. https://youtu.be/WM7Fy1e5_uw

This position is currently accepting applications.