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Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Eagleville, TN manufacturing operation. This is a full-time position with great benefits, including health insurance, 401K plan, paid vacation/sick time, and more. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
Hiring for first and second shift positions.
Second shift receives a $3 shift differential.
Work hours: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM.
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 welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
- Connect regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Guide torch at proper angle to cut metal.
- Examine welds for bead size and specifications.
- Scarfs or grooves welds and parts.
- Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb, or balance; kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. regularly, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and 90 lbs. occasionally.
- Specific vision abilities required include distance, close, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED/Technical School preferred.
- MIG welding experience is required.
- 1+ year of related experience and/or training preferred.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to understand and carry out detailed but simple instructions.
- Ability to read blueprints and measuring tape.
- Experience in a fast-paced production environment preferred.
- Ability to pass all EHS required tests and clearances.
Company Benefits
- Medical plans options: Base HSA and Buy-Up.
- Prescription insurance, dental, vision, FSA options, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
- Retirement plan with 50% company match, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other perks.
About Wastequip
Founded in 1989, Wastequip has evolved from manufacturing containers and compactors to offering comprehensive waste handling solutions, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in the waste industry.