Welder

Kito Crosby; Attalla (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kito Crosby in Attalla, AL is seeking a dedicated welder to join our General Factory team. The role focuses on welding castings and fabrications to vendor specifications, using MIG and Stick welding with blueprints to guide production.

You will operate manual and semi-automatic welders, read specs, and maintain safety and quality throughout the shift. We value punctuality, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a path to long‑term union employment for those meeting productivity

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and weld to specs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Weld castings and fabrications to vendor specifications.
• Set up and operate manual and semi-automatic welding machines.
• Select the appropriate welding rod for the job.
• Pass tensile and code tests as required.
• Read blueprints and written specifications; use shop math.
• Operate machines to meet production and quality standards.
• Maintain safety and report issues as needed.

Skills

MIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Shop math

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Welding machines

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Direct Labor Attalla, AL, US

Job Description

Department: General Factory

Reports to: Shop Supervisor

Level/Grade: Union

Type of Position: Full Time

Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

This position will weld castings and fabrications to vendor’s specifications with specified rod with particular parts. Must be able to operate one or more machines as required to meet production and quality standards with maximum productivity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential)

• Weld any type of job. Set up and operate manual and semi-automatic welding machines. *
• Select the best welding rod for the job to weld castings and fabrications. *
• Pass any tensile and code test required. *
• Use prevision tools and measuring instruments; read and understand blueprints and written specifications and use shop mathematics. *
• Operate one or more machines as required to meet production and quality standards. *
• Lift 1 to 50 pounds on a regular basis. *
• Stand, walk, bend over, twist, and reach to weld, put parts in fixturing, put parts in boxes after welding, and retrieve parts and equipment from other areas of the plant. *
• See, read, and write to comprehend safety warnings, visually observe machine functions, read instructions, and do necessary paperwork. *
• Communicate with supervisors, inspectors, etc.*
• Be able to learn and have a long‑term memory for machine controls and functions, measuring instrument usage, understand assembly instructions, blueprint reading/symbols, etc.*
• Punctuality and regular attendance are important to maintain manufacturing schedules. *
• Will be exposed to some dust, smoke, and fumes normal to any manufacturing environment. *
• Be able to MIG & Stick weld
• Be able to assemble and wire cranes. *

Pay/Location:

Location – 206 Lee St. Attalla, AL. 35954

• 2 years’ relevant manufacturing experience required.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

See attached

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #Acco