Welder

Impact Workforce Solutions; Muncie (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder to join their manufacturing team in Muncie, Indiana. This full-time position offers a starting pay of $22/hr and includes comprehensive benefits. As a Welder, you will operate various welding and flame-cutting equipment, utilizing your expertise in MIG and Stick welding techniques to fabricate and join workpieces. The role involves adhering to safety standards, maintaining welding proficiency, and interpreting blueprints. Join a dynamic team where your skills will contribute to the success of exciting projects while enjoying perks like paid time off and health insurance contributions.

Benefits

5 Days of PTO

6 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance Premiums Contribution

Retirement Plan Access

Financial Fitness Programs

Employee Savings Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum experience from less than 1 year to over 5 years with certifications.
• Preferred certifications in GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal welding certification according to ISO and AAR standards.
• Gather materials and weld them into finished products as per specifications.
• Train and mentor less experienced welders.

Skills

MIG Welding

Stick Welding

Pipe Welding

GMAW

SMAW

Mechanical Aptitude

Troubleshooting Skills

Education

Technical Certifications

Welding Certifications

Tools

Welding Equipment

Pneumatic Tools

Electric Tools

Angle Grinders

Overhead Cranes

Job description

Welder in Muncie, IN
1st and 3rd Shifts
Starting pay $22/hr. and up based on experience
Fulltime, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Job Overview:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is partnering with Impact Workforce Solutions to hire a Welder for their manufacturing team in Muncie, Indiana. We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Welder to join our dynamic team. In this position, you will operate various hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment to fabricate and join workpieces. Your expertise in welding techniques such as MIG and Stick will contribute to the successful completion of projects while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Shifts/Hours:
1st shift Mon-Fri 6am-4:30pm (OT required at this time)
3rd shift Sun-Thurs 7:30pm-6am (OT required at this time)

We offer:
5 Days of PTO
6 Paid Holidays
Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact
Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve and maintain internal welding certification in line with ISO, AAR, and other regulatory standards.
• Gather materials and weld them into finished products according to specifications.
• Set up components for welding, including cutting materials with powered saws to precise measurements.
• Prepare parts for welding using angle grinders and other hand tools.
• Interpret welding blueprints, assembly instructions, drawings, and bills of material.
• Maintain welding proficiency and comply with Progress Rail QSP 4.9 and relevant local and international standards.
• Utilize measuring devices accurately, including tape measures, scales, and calipers, to measure and record inspection data.
• Operate pneumatic and electric tools, as well as overhead cranes, for transporting components.

Advanced Responsibilities:

• Master various welding techniques including pipe welding, GMAW, and SMAW in all positions.
• Obtain certification in recognized welding standards such as AWS D1.1.
• Perform single and multi-pass welds in diverse positions.
• Conduct preventative and basic maintenance on welding machines and equipment.
• Train and mentor less experienced welders.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Opportunity to be trained on advanced welding machinery, including Robot Welders.

Qualifications:

• Minimum experience levels range from less than 1 year (Skill Level I) to over 5 years (Skill Level V) with corresponding certifications.
• Technical certifications may substitute for experience.
• Preferred certifications in GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW.

Preferred Skills:

• Certified Welder with knowledge of various welding techniques (MIG, MMA, Stick, TIG).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in tight, confined spaces.
• Perform physical activities requiring the use of arms and legs, including climbing, reaching, and kneeling.
• Visual and auditory acuity to operate welding tools safely, with proper PPE.
• Work in various environments, including exposure to temperature extremes and inclement weather.

Safety Commitment:

• This position is safety-sensitive and requires strict adherence to safety policies, including the use of PPE and compliance with safety regulations in the presence of heavy equipment and live tracks.

Join Our Team:
If you are a motivated and skilled welder looking for a rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team dedicated to excellence and safety.

EOE

Thank you for your interest in Impact Workforce Solutions, we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participate in the E-Verify eligibility confirmation program.