Repair & Maintenance Welding - Support 2

Dover Corp; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corp seeks a Welder II to join the Operations team on the 3rd shift. The role focuses on welding and joining metal components, reading blueprints, and maintaining safety and quality at multiple workstations.

Candidate will operate SMAW and GMAW welding processes, inspect parts, and follow precise instructions while contributing to a clean, safe production environment and quick adaptation to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Demonstrates teamwork and quick problem solving.
• Able to learn processes rapidly and adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Layout, position, and secure parts using measuring tools.
• Inspect work pieces for defects and ensure conformance to specs.
• Operate welding equipment and hand tools safely; maintain a clean work area.
• Adapt to different workstations as production needs require.

Skills

Team player

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Tools

SMAW welding

GMAW welding

Calipers & rulers

Job description

Job Title: Welder II

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Shift: 3rd

What we are looking for:

The Welder is responsible for using hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.

What you'll be responsible for in this role:

• Read and follow written and verbal communication or instruction
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straight edges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straight edges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
• Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
• Identify maintenance needed on equipment and tooling
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual's product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

To be a great fit for the role:

• Team oriented - values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
• A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
• A passion for getting things right
• Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally - Sitting, Walking, Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Visual Acuity (Near/Far), and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs
• Frequently - Standing, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 25lbs
• Constantly - Gripping

*Occasionally - Occurs up to 1/3 of the time

*Frequently - Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

*Constantly - Occurs 2/3 or more of the time