Welder

Wastequip; Erial (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wastequip Steel Division in Erial, NJ, seeks a skilled Welder to join its manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have MIG welding experience and a strong attention to detail, ensuring high-quality work and adhering to safety protocols. Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance options, retirement plans, and paid leave. Join a company committed to sustainability and innovation in waste management.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Plan Options

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and Leave

Adoption and Education Assistance

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and measuring tapes.
• Six months of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding along various positions and layout marks.
• Examine welds for proper specifications.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or splatter.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Education

High school diploma/GED/Technical School

Job description

Wastequip Steel Division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Erial, NJ manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks
• Lay out, position, and tack weld workpieces
• MIG weld along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines
• Connect regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turn regulator valves to activate flow of gases, light torch, and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Hold & guide torch at proper angle to cut metal
• Examine welds for bead size and other specifications
• Scar or groove welds and parts
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or splatter
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. regularly, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 90 lbs. occasionally
• Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED/Technical School preferred
• MIG welding experience is required
• Six months or more of related experience and/or training preferred
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but simple written or oral instructions
• Ability to read blueprints and measuring tapes
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment preferred
• Able to pass all EHS required tests and clearances

Company Benefits:

• Two Medical Plan Options - Base HSA and Buy-Up
• Prescription Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Company Paid Life, Accident, Dismemberment, Business Travel Accident, and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Insurance options including Hospital, Critical Illness, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Personal, Sick, Grandparent, and Bonding Leave
• Adoption and Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip

Founded in 1989, Wastequip has evolved from manufacturing containers and compactors to becoming the waste industry’s only all-in-one solutions provider. We are committed to sustainability and innovation in waste management, aiming to build a brighter future for all.

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