Production Operator-Spot Welder

BTD Manufacturing, Inc.; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

BTD Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a manual welder to operate under general supervision and ensure production of quality parts. You will inspect parts and help with jig and fixture design for safe, efficient operation.

Safety is prioritized; follow policies, report hazards, and suggest process improvements. The role requires strong reading of blueprints, the ability to adapt to changing production needs, and basic computer use for time tracking.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years of wire welding and related mechanical/shop experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.

Responsibilities

• Visualize and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Manufacture quality parts by referring to patterns and paperwork.
• Use basic inspection equipment (calipers, height gauge) to inspect parts.
• Produce quality welds with the current cell settings.
• Adjust to changes in production requirements.
• Acknowledge problems with the welder and involve the correct person.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Clock in/out using computer software and track job counts.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Welding

Inspection with calipers

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Computer clock in/out

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Height gauge

Job description

Company Overview: BTD is a fast-growing metalworking company. We provide custom metalwork services for some of the world’s top brands. Our 1400+ employees work from four facilities throughout the Midwest and Southeast. We invest in our people, our equipment, and our facilities to offer our clients the best value possible. We are also a wholly-owned subsidiary of Otter Tail Corporation, a publicly traded company on NASDAQ.

Summary: Under general supervision, operates the manual welder and inspects/ensures the production of quality parts. Inspect parts. Help with the design of jigs and fixtures for a safe and efficient operation.

Safety is #1 at BTD: Our expectation is that every employee:1) Strictly follows safety policies, rules and safe work methods.2) Promptly corrects or reports safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Promptly reports injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment.3) Makes regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous improvement in safety.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to visualize and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Manufacture quality parts by referring to the pattern, and paperwork.
• Ability to use the basic inspection equipment (calipers, height gauge, etc.) to be able to inspect parts being produced by the individual.
• Ability to produce quality welds with the settings the cell was set up with.
• Ability to adjust to changes in production requirements.
• Ability to acknowledge problems with the welder and be able to get the correct individual involved.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by following the clean-up schedule.
• Must be able to use the computer software to clock in and out of work and in/out of jobs along with checking job count.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Experience and Skills Required: At least two years of wire welding and other related mechanical and shop experience which includes the following skills and abilities:

• Ability to understand, follow and issue routine oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of basic Welding.
• Basic knowledge of a Welder #2.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation Salary Range: OTC4: $21.13 - $29.56. The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on a number of factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued salary growth. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(K) match, etc.

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