Senior Prototype Welder

Tennant; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior PDL Welder/Fabricator to join their innovative team. This role involves manufacturing low-volume sheet metal assemblies with a focus on quality and safety. You will work with various materials and advanced welding technologies while collaborating with engineers to enhance production efficiency. The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals looking to make a significant impact in the cleaning equipment sector. Join us to help reinvent how the world cleans!

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in a job shop environment required.
• Completion of a technical welding program is essential.
• Strong understanding of both ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture low volume sheet metal assemblies adhering to safety standards.
• Perform MIG/TIG welding and operate CNC machinery.
• Collaborate with engineers to enhance quality and manufacturability.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Print reading

Understanding of raw materials

Welding applications (MIG/TIG)

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

Technical welding program

5-7 years experience in Prototyping or job shop

Tools

CNC press brakes

CNC laser

Welding technologies (Pulse/Short Arc)

Hand tools (grinders/sanders/cut off tools)

Part nesting software

Forklift

Job description

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

Senior PDL Welder/Fabricator

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

To manufacture low volume iterative sheet metal assemblies using various manufacturing processes while adhering to high safety & quality standards in a product development setting.

Duties and responsibilities:

· Cutting, forming, and welding of mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum using CNC press brakes, CNC laser, and various welding technologies (Pulse/Short Arc)

· Partner with Engineers to reduce cost, improve quality, and increase manufacturability

· Perform MIG/TIG welding applications

· Uses various hand tools associated with manufacturing processes (grinders/sanders/cut off tools)

· Communicates challenges to department Supervisor and works to collectively problem solve

· Effectively leverages part drawings and CAD models to process work flow

· Provides training & guidance to new hires and other team members as needed

· Uses part nesting software and performs cutting operations on CNC laser

· Sets up and operates 175 & 90 ton press brakes

· Leverages oxy acetylene and plasma cutting torches as needed

· Uses spot welding machine to create weld schedules to apply hardware to sheet metal parts

· Drives forklifts and PIT vehicles to transfer parts & raw materials as needed

· Submits requests for raw materials & consumable items as needed

Required Skills:

· Ability to problem solve

· Strong analytical skills

· Strong print reading and inspection skills

· Strong understanding of raw materials both ferrous and non-ferrous

· Must pass onsite weld test and possess the ability to produce high quality weld assemblies without hard tooling

· Able to concentrate on tasks and work calmly/effectively in a deadline driven environment

· Must be flexible to work overtime as needed

· Ability to build and maintain positive relationships

· Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential information

· Ability to work independently and prioritize workflow in support of new product phased initiatives

· Must be detail oriented and display above average communication skills

· Must be able to routinely lift up to 40lbs

· Ability to operate forklift and PIT vehicles

Required Education and Experience:

· 5-7 years experience working in Prototyping or job shop environment

· Completion of technical welding program and/or equivalent work experience required

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $61,500 - 91,900 Annualized
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Tennant Co. reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualifications of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Total Compensation = Base Salary + Benefits
Benefits = A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, disability, life insurance, paid time off, and voluntary benefits!

Begin your journey with us. Let's reinvent how the world cleans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tennant Company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.