Welder

nVent; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a Welder to join a team delivering world-class electrical solutions. You will read blueprints, gather materials, set up welding equipment, and weld various metals while ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include inspecting welds, using cutting torches and plasma cutters, and maintaining a clean work area. The role emphasizes adherence to SOPs, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; welding experience or training.
• At least 1 year welding experience or training; able to read blueprints.
• Welding certificate/training preferred; able to operate welding equipment per SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Consult blueprints with the Lead person to identify job requirements.
• Gather necessary materials and perform layout per specifications.
• Set up welding machines and adjust settings for quality results.
• Operate welding guns to weld steel, aluminum, copper, and other materials.
• Visually inspect welds and re-weld or clean up as needed.
• Operate cutting torch and plasma cutter as required.
• Apply weld stencil and inform Lead person or Inspector when ready for inspection.
• Keep the work area clean and free of scrap and debris.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tape measure reading

Welding equipment operation

SOPs & instructions

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certificate/training

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Plasma cutter

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Join nVent Management Company as a Welder and be a part of a team that prides itself on delivering world-class electrical solutions! Our new way and dedication to excellence make this an outstanding opportunity for individuals who are ambitious and thrive in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Consult blueprints and coordinate with the Lead person to identify job requirements.
• Gather necessary materials and perform layout per specifications.
• Set up welding machines and adjust settings to ensure flawless operations.
• Operate welding guns to weld steel, aluminum, copper, and other materials.
• Visually examine welds for adherence to quality standards; re-weld defective joints and remove surplus slag, flux, and spatter using a brush, pad, buffer, and/or grinder.
• Operate cutting torch and manual plasma cutter as needed.
• Apply weld stencil and inform the Lead person or Inspector when the product is ready for inspection.
• Perform ongoing housekeeping duties to keep the work area clear of scrap and debris.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of welding experience or training.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience (GED) required.
• Experience in Production Welding or a Welding Certificate is required.
• Ability to read tape measures and blueprints.
• Proficiency in operating welding equipment.
• Training in applicable SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and work instructions.
• Capability to read, comprehend, and convey simple or moderately complex instructions.
• Ability to write notes or simple correspondence.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out multiple-step instructions of moderate complexity.
• Ability to handle standardized situations with a limited set of variables.

Physical Demands

• Manufacturing position; spends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands, and reaching.
• Around one-third of the time spent walking and engaging in conversation or listening.
• Less than one-third of the time spent positioning items that weigh up to 250 lbs.
• Generally requires clear vision at close distances.

Experience a dynamic and inclusive environment at nVent where your skills and dedication contribute to safer, more secure world-class solutions!

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.