Role Summary
This position welds parts and components for equipment, products, and installations by means of MIG, MAG, TIG, electrode welds or any other welding application. As part of a customer-focused team, you will be working with tight deadlines, challenging mechanical problems, and discussing the work with the manager before, during, and after work completion. This is a 2nd shift opportunity (3:00 PM–1:30 AM), with a four-day workweek (Tuesday–Friday).
Responsibilities
- Select the appropriate welding method, such as TIG, MIG, MAG or stick.
- Plan and lay out work from blueprints and manufacturers’ specification sheets, using shop math and measuring instruments.
- Set up and operate a conventional lathe for the preparation of welded parts.
- Properly identify materials and prepare components.
- Perform assembly activities during production.
- Make welding repairs on raw and finished parts.
- Complete welding installations based on technical drawings.
- Complete all welding work assigned according to operation instruction.
- Verify the quality of finished work, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of specifications and workmanship.
- Meet production goals relating to efficiency, schedules, and scrap.
- Troubleshoot and correct process and equipment problems.
- Collaborate with machinists and assemblers on the team to discuss and solve problems relating to repairs and equipment.
- Record accurate, timely data on computer-based systems or in manual logs.
- Apply an understanding of the process flow of documents, materials, and parts through the repair or manufacturing process.
- Maintain a safe workplace by wearing relevant protective equipment according to safety protection requirements, following procedures and rules, and completing training.
- Clean and maintain machines and tools and keep an organized workspace.
- Carry out relevant heat treatment operation according to heat treatment operation instruction or process documents.
Requirements
- HS Diploma / GED and / or 0-2 years relevant experience.
- Welding experience in a manufacturing or repair environment.
- Ability to define, evaluate, and discuss quality workmanship related to welding.
- Standing for long periods required, repetitive arm motions, frequent lifting with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Demonstrated track record of reliable, dependable attendance; able to work overtime and weekends as required on short notice.
- Embraces training and skill development with a positive attitude.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to workplace safety by consistently following all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Must show a customer-service mindset for on-time delivery and quality work.
- Capable of working independently, flexibly, and accurately.
- Good team spirit and initiative.
- Willingness to take on other duties as assigned.
Preferred
- Welder certificate.
- Welding experience in mechanical manufacturing or valve industry.
- PT and MT related certificates.
- Post weld heat treatment experience.
- Good technical understanding of SAP.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options).
- Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance.
- Short- and Long-Term Disability.
- Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation).
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.