Weld Operator - 2nd shift

Maysteel; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Maysteel is seeking an entry-level operator for the Weld classification in Wisconsin. Responsibilities include performing MIG welding, loading materials, and ensuring quality specifications are met. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic math and communication skills, and preferably Arcweld certification.

The role entails maintaining a safe work environment and using tools and machinery in a manufacturing facility. Maysteel is committed to equal employment opportunities and participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

• Basic math and communication skills are required.
• Arcweld certification is recommended.
• Previous experience with power and hand tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding processes according to project needs.
• Maintain a safe work environment using personal protective equipment.
• Load and unload items from machines and carts.
• Ensure conformance to quality specifications.
• Use Epicor ERP to log jobs.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION

This description summarizes the requirements of an operator level employee performing in the Weld classification.

Perform entry level work within Arcweld classifications. Work with technician and group leader employees to acquire skills required for promotion to GSO level. Must demonstrate the ability to complete and understand direction from group leaders and other technician-level employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain safe work environment (i.e., use of personal protective equipment, proper lifting techniques, etc.).
• Perform MIG weld processes based on project needs.
• Have basic blueprint knowledge.
• Deburr and grind metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture.
• Gain knowledge and inspection practice to ensure conformance to quality specifications.
• Inform management or lead of any part or equipment defects to ensure prompt response to the problem.
• Start up and stop perform routine operations related to arcwelding related equipment.
• Familiarize yourself with the tools, instrumentation, and calibration equipment.
• Clean production area (sweep, mop, and remove debris).
• Load and unload items from machines, carts, and dollies.
• Feed or place items onto equipment for processing.
• Ensure conformance to specifications.
• Mark parts for identification.
• Place equipment on conveyor belt for further processing.
• Scrape waste material from machine.
• Read and interpret gauges.
• Record data.
• Use Epicor ERP to log into and out of jobs.
• Take instructions from management and lead person.
• Conserve resources and Supplies to facilitate minimum waste.
• Work from routings, manufacturing instruction sheets, blueprints, visual aids, or other instructions to manufacture product at required quality levels.
• Recommend and select proper tooling for required tasks, as well as recommendproductive process changes.
• Select proper fillers for jobs based on previous experience or project instructions.
• Conserve resources whenever possible to ensure budgetary integrity and client satisfaction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma, GED, and/or equivalent experience with power and hand tools is a plus. Basic Math and Communication skills required.

Arcweld certification is recommended.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift, carry, push, pull, grip, and grasp up to 35 lbs. Employees also frequently bend, twist, and reach and may stand and/or walk up to 8-10 hours per day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Job consists of working in a manufacturing facility. Job could consists of making changes by hand or by running machinery equipment. Will receive objects or parts on conveyer belt, be responsible for your portion of the job, and then pass materials down conveyer belt or to next worker.

Maysteel is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer of all qualified individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Maysteel also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of the protected characteristics. Maysteel participates in E-Verify to verify the employment status of all persons hired to work in the United States.