Welder

Robinson Fans, Inc.; Ellwood City (Lawrence County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Robinson Fans, Inc. in Ellwood City, PA is seeking motivated welders to join our team. You will weld most equipment fabricated onsite, including fans and housings, with precision to meet high quality standards.

The role runs Monday–Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, and may require training at our Zelienople facility depending on experience. Candidates must have MIG and flux core experience, read weld drawings, and pass AWS qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of MIG and flux core welding experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Able to pass AWS D1.1 welding qualifications.
• Able to read and understand welding drawings and shop travelers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Review project assignments and instructions from Team Leader.
• Set up welding machine and weld assemblies per standards.
• Ensure welds meet quality standards and safety rules.
• Follow Lean Manufacturing principles (5S) and participate in improvements.
• Learn from team members and suggest process improvements.
• Work additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Mig welding

Flux core welding

Read weld drawings

Safety awareness

Quality-focused

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

About this position

Who We Are

Robinson Fans, Inc. has been a family-owned and operated business for six generations. Founded in 1892, Robinson Fans is a significant player in the industrial air-moving equipment space. At Robinson Fans, Inc., our employees are at the core of all we do. We provide a fast-paced and supportive culture that gives our team members the environment needed to succeed and career pathways for growth.

You will be trained in the necessary skills, provided with the required feedback to grow, and will be compensated for the skills you develop.

We are currently seeking motivated and experienced Welders to work at our Ellwood City, PA facility. Dependent upon experience training at our Zelienople, PA facility may be required. As a welder at Robinson Fans, you will be responsible for welding most equipment fabricated onsite. This includes our fans and their housings. Each weld takes precision and skill. Our welders are critical to ensure our industrial fans meet the high-quality standards our customers are accustomed to getting. The regular schedule for this position is M-F 6:00am-2:30pm.

What you’ll do

• Review project assignments and instructions from Team Leader
• Review drawings and welding details for this job
• Obtain an understanding of the task and develop an action plan
• Set up welding machine and other required equipment
• Weld assemblies per the required standards
• Ensure work meets quality standards
• Practice safety in all aspects of the job and participate in safety improvement programs
• Look for Safety Issues with equipment and processes
• Understand the Principles of Lean Manufacturing (the 5S System should be followed in work areas)
• Participate in improvement projects
• Learn best practices from team leaders and other team members to improve your knowledge and skill levels
• Recommend process improvements on idea boards
• Consistently look for ways to eliminate waste
• Additional responsibilities as needed

What you bring

• Must have, as a minimum, two (2) year(s) experience with Mig and Flux Core
• High School diploma or GED required
• A "can do" attitude and a willingness and desire to learn to build your skills as a welder
• Ability to consistently produce high-quality welds on all fabricated components
• Ability to pass AWS D1.1 welding qualifications as well as AWS D14.6 if it applies to their shop
• Read and understand Robinson weld detail drawings, welding procedures, and shop travelers.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, hear safety alarms, wear safety boots, climb ladders
• Must be able to wear a respirator which you will be fit-tested for
• Fluent in English, working with written and verbal communication.

Skills and Knowledge

• Sense of initiative and proactivity
• Willingness to learn and cross-train in other departments
• Attention to detail
• Ability to accept feedback and adapt to change
• Innovative and resourceful when problem-solving

Robinson offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes opportunities for quarterly production bonuses, medical, dental, prescription, vision, life, disability, 401k w/ strong company match, annual profit sharing, and paid time off, including paid vacation, ten paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Robinson Fans, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law.