Repair & Maintenance Welding - Support 2

Dover-Corporation; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Welder II for our Operations team in Iowa. The position focuses on welding while reading blueprints and following work orders to ensure precise fabrication of metal components. You will lay out and secure parts, verify measurements, and adapt to changing production needs.

The ideal candidate demonstrates teamwork, a can-do attitude, and a strong commitment to safety. This role may include commissions based on performance and requires maintaining a clean, safe work

Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints and work orders.
• Proficient in welding components in various positions.
• Ability to read measurements and use measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts prior to assembly using measuring tools.
• Examine work pieces for defects and verify conformance to specifications.
• Identify maintenance needs on equipment and tooling.
• Work at different stations as production needs require.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Use safety equipment and protective apparel as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

SMAW

GMAW

Job description

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony. DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

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

This position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.