Weld Associate-1

Lippert; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Freedman by Lippert is seeking a welder for the 2nd shift to join, fabricate, and repair metal including carbon steel and aluminum, abiding by quality standards. Duties include reading blueprints, welding with precision, and inspecting welds, with safety rules in place.

The role emphasizes proficiency in MIG welding, ability to interpret blueprints, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; one or more years of experience preferred.
• MIG (GMAW) welding of carbon steel required.
• Ability to interpret welding blueprints and call-outs; read measurements.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine welding process.
• Weld with minimal quality issues.
• Measure weldments with quality control equipment.
• Perform basic fit-up for welding on stock and standard products.
• Meet minimum production requirements.
• Inspect welds for structural soundness.
• May train others.
• Abide by OSHA and FSC safety rules.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprints

Math skills

Communication

English reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Diploma in Welding

Job description

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We Are Different

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You Will Get

• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective

The welder’s main responsibility is to join, fabricate, and repair metal, including but not limited to carbon, stainless steel and aluminum, by applying appropriate welding techniques and maintaining Freedman Seating quality standards.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and/or job procedures to determine appropriate welding process.
• Ability to weld with minimal quality issues.
• Ability to measure weldments using quality control equipment.
• Performs basic fit up operation in preparation for welding, on stock and standard products.
• Meet minimum production requirements.
• Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness.
• May train others.
• Abides OSHA and FSC rules and regulations for safety.
• Wear typical protection gear in an environment that contains dust, odors and noise.
• Work well under pressure.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Repetitive use of hands to operate machines

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• One or more years of experience preferred and/or combination of education and experience.
• MIG (GMAW) welding of carbon steel required.
• Ability to interpret welding blueprints and call-outs.
• Ability to read English.
• Must have strong math and measurement skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others.

Preferred Requirements

• Education: Technical Diploma in Welding

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Results, Action Oriented
• Displaying Technical Expertise
• Time Management

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The Team Member may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full-time hourly position, and hours of work and days are decided by production schedules and your reporting manager.

Pay Rate: $19.95 -$21.00 per hour 2nd shift 3:00pm-11:30pm

Freedman by Lippert determines pay based on several factors, including but not limited to the position being offered, education, skills, work experience, and other factors permitted by law. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.

Freedman by Lippert offers Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K with employer match, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Family Leave, Paid Time Off and Sick Time. For a more comprehensive list please see Human Resources.

Freedman by Lippert is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Travel

No travel required.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.