Welder

Jasper Engine Exchange, Inc.; Jasper (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible-spending accounts

PTO after 30 days

10 paid holidays

Quarterly bonus

Climate controlled work environment

Onsite fitness center

Spanish translator

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

On the job training

Job summary

JASPER is seeking an experienced Welder for its Indiana Tool and Die Division. You will read blueprints and CAD drawings, weld and fabricate parts, and ensure they meet exact specifications.

The role requires strong measurement, manual dexterity, and the ability to pass SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW qualifications. Responsibilities include operating welding equipment, maintaining tools, and producing precise components.

Qualifications

• Must be able to use tape measures, squares, bench grinder, disc grinder, and a variety of hand tools.
• Able to identify metal types and sizes and understand CAD drawings.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, decimals, fractions) are essential.
• Must pass SMAW, GTAW, GMAW qualification processes and brazing/soldering.
• Must safely operate a torch to heat and cut material.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk 8–10 hours.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, sketches, and samples to weld, fabricate, and repair parts per specs.
• Use measuring equipment and hoists for precise fabrication and installation.
• Operate welders, drills, saws, and hand/power tools to meet job specs.
• Adjust welder controls for different jobs and perform preventative maintenance.
• Keep work area clean at end of shift.

Job description

ITD – Welder Job Overview

This is a Welder position in our JASPER Indiana Tool and Die Division. Basic prior welding knowledge would be required. Operations consist of using a spot-welding gun or hand, electric, or gas welding equipment to assemble metal components to effect repairs to various products and machinery. They are responsible for measuring sizes to ensure parts meet specifications that are shown on drawings or instructions. Welders may also need to fill holes or correct mistakes in product and make bulges thin and curves in metal work pieces.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30am-3:00pm Overtime available

Qualifications

• Needs to be able to use tape measures, squares, bench grinder, disc grinder, variety of hand tools, vertical and horizontal bandsaws.


• Must be able to identify types and sizes of metal and other material.


• Must also be able to understand CAD drawings and can sketch a part.


• Basic math skills (add, subtract, decimals, fractions) are also critical.


• Must understand how to use equipment and follow procedures...and can pass the qualification process for SMAW (shielded metal arc welding), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), GMAW (gas metal arc welding) as well as brazing and soldering.


• Additionally, must understand how to safely use a torch to heat and cut.


• The ability to lift, bend, push, pull and move materials up to 50lbs.


• The ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be approx... 8-10 hours)


• The ability to use handheld tools such as Hammers, Screwdrivers, Wrenches, Squares, Tape Measures, Etc.


• Standing: Continuously


• Walking: Continuously


• Sitting: Occasionally


• Stooping (forward leaning): Occasionally


• Reaching/Working Overhead: Occasionally

Favorable post offer screenings which may include but not limited to drug screen, reference checks, and/or a background check

Key Job Responsibilities

• Reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, and samples to accurately weld-up, fabricate, and repair parts to customer specifications.


• Some light lifting required and using hoists for heavy lifting to cut metal and install or remove large tooling or parts from the bench.


• Use measuring equipment with both hands to accurately build up and grind down parts to customer specifications.


• Operate welders, drill presses, saws, and various hand and power tools, with both hands, to repair or fabricate parts in conjunction with the specs and accuracy required for the specific job(s).


• Must know how to adjust controls on the welder to make it work properly on different jobs.


• Must perform preventative maintenance on welders and other equipment.


• Clean area, bench, and machine at the end of each shift

Salary and Benefits

Competitive starting wages Multiple performance reviews within your first two years, which include the ability to receive multiple wage increases

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage


• Flexible-spending accounts


• PTO after 30 days


• 10 paid holidays after 30 days


• Quarterly bonus after 6 months of employment


• Climate controlled work environment 24/7


• Onsite Fitness Center, medical clinic, and Spanish translator


• 2 forms of retirement; 401(k) with a company match program and Employee Stock Ownership Plan Shares in the employee ownership stock program valued at $1,515.93 per share!


• On the job training


• And, so much more!

Click here to learn more about JASPER: https://youtu.be/0dK_Yv2KmkE.

About JASPER

JASPER has been remanufacturing quality products since 1942 and today we are the nation's largest remanufacturer of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, rear axle assemblies, air & fuel components, marine engines, sterndrives, performance engines, and electric motors.

JASPERs, over 2,500 Associate-Owners, are committed to providing our customers with exceptional experience and the perfect product. We are firmly committed to providing all our Associate-Owners with a safe work environment, opportunities for Personal Growth and Development and a wide array of benefits. Own Your Future by becoming part our 100% Associate-Owned Family! Own your future at JASPER!

No automotive experience, no problem! We provide training for many jobs that do not require specific experience.

Pay Range

Competitive starting wages

Equal Opportunity Employer

JASPER is an at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

JASPER is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay Range

Competitive starting wages Jasper Engines & Transmissions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.