Welder

Iowa Rotocast Plastics, Inc.; Decorah (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

HSA/FSA

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Nine holidays

Bereavement Leave

Employee events

Discounts on products

Job summary

Iowa Rotocast Plastics, Inc. is seeking a welder to join our manufacturing team in Decorah, IA. You will read blueprints, set up welding equipment, and weld steel or aluminum components to specification. This role emphasizes quality workmanship, safety, and teamwork.

The position is a weekday schedule with potential overtime based on production needs. Candidates should have at least 1 year welding experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MIG welding processes.
• Fabrication and/or welding experience in aluminum or steel.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Basic measurement and math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work with a team and exercise good judgement in decision making.
• Physical stamina to handle heavy materials and work in demanding conditions.
• Skilled in various hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, build packets, and measurements to plan layouts.
• Perform various welding techniques.
• Set up welding machines based on job requirements.
• Source cart with correct materials needed for the project.
• Operate grinders, cutters, and other tools to prepare metal surfaces.
• Weld various sizes of products that are either steel or aluminum.
• Assist with inventory management, logging time spent on projects in the company system.

Skills

MIG welding

Fabrication

Hand-eye coordination

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Power tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year welding experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinders & cutters

Job description

Overview

A welder is responsible for assembling, fabricating, and repairing metal structures and components using welding techniques. The welder reads and interprets blueprints, operates welding equipment, lifts heavy materials, and ensures high quality workmanship while adhering to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, build packets, and measurements to plan layouts.
• Perform various welding techniques.
• Set up welding machines based on job requirements.
• Source cart with correct materials needed for the project.
• Operate grinders, cutters, and other tools to prepare metal surfaces.
• Weld various sizes of products that are either steel or aluminum.
• Assist with inventory management, logging time spent on projects in the company system.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MIG welding processes.
• Fabrication and/or welding experience in aluminum or steel required.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Basic measurement and math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work with a team and exercise good judgement in decision making.
• Physical stamina to handle heavy materials and work in demanding conditions.
• Skilled in various hand and power tools.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of welding experience.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work Schedule 6:00-4:30PM Monday-Thursday.
• Overtime may be required based on production demands.
• Exposure to high temperatures, sparks, and fumes.
• Lifting heavy materials up to 50 lbs.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.

Benefits

• Competitive performance-based wages.
• Generous benefit plans: Medical, Dental, HSA, FSA, DCA, Life and Disability.
• Employee Health Program.
• 401(k) pension plan with employer match.
• Paid Time Off.
• Nine paid Holidays.
• Bereavement Leave.
• Employee events.
• Employee discounts on IRP & Grizzly products.

Iowa Rotocast Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment regardless of the individual's race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.