Welder

Oregon Tool, Inc.; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 63,325,516 - 70,202,496; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401k matching

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Community Involvement Day

Safety shoes reimbursement

Safety glasses program

Job summary

Woods Equipment Company is seeking a welder to join our production team. Under supervision, you will weld components, position materials, and ensure welds meet required specs using GMAW and related techniques.

You will read drawings and welding symbols, maintain fixtures, and work to maintain quality and productivity in a fast-paced shop environment. Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, 6 months to 1 year of welding-related training or experience, and pass the Welder I test.

Qualifications

• High school or GED required; six months to one year of welding-related training or experience.
• Must pass Welder I level internal weld test.
• Follow safety rules and procedures and wear PPE.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, drawings, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Welds components together in a production environment under supervision.
• Positions material to be welded and applies hand-eye coordination to achieve the weld.
• Produce welds to specification in flat and horizontal positions.
• Maintain weld fixtures and ensure dimensional accuracy of welds.
• Work from specifications, drawings, and welding symbols.
• Adhere to productivity standards and maintain quality, safety, and organization.

Skills

Welding

Safety rules

Reading blueprints

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school or GED

Tools

Welder I test

PPE

Job description

At Woods Equipment Company, we’re a passionate group of people driven by innovation and a commitment to creating the world’s most efficient agriculture products and attachments. Every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what’s next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we’re a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration – where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you’re ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact.

HIGHLIGHTS

Hourly Rate: $22.10 - $24.50

Shift: Monday - Thursday; 5a - 330p

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

Under supervision, welds components together in a production environment.

THE DETAILS

Under guidance, positions material to be welded and apply hand-eye coordination to achieve the desired weld.

Make acceptable welds when shown procedures and locations.

Responsible for condition of weld fixture and dimensional accuracy of weldment.

Able to weld in flat and horizontal positions to specification.

Materials welded may include steel, or other alloys, and the methods may include metal insert gas and gas-metal arc welding.

Notify lead or supervisor when weld fixture needs repair or adjustment.

All-position welding may be required. The variety of applications requires an ability to plan, layout and perform diversified work.

Includes high pressure and code welding or other work involving critical safety and load requirements or welding where appearance is critical.

Regulates heat and feed and may select electrodes, and tips.

Works from specifications, drawings, prints and welding symbols.

Look for ways to improve and promote quality.

Meet productivity standards and complete work in a timely manner.

Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school or equivalent (GED). Six months to one-year of related experience or training such as a combination of technical training in welding, certification or on the job-related experience.

Required to pass Welder I level internal weld test.

Follow safety rules and procedures and wear personal protective equipment.

Keeps weld curtains in place to protect others.

Keeps work area clean.

Able to complete responsibilities in a timely, professional and quality manner.

Effective written and oral communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical terms. Ability to verbally communicate with co-workers in all areas of the plant.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, general policies, instructions, and procedure manuals.

Observe safety and security procedures, reporting unsafe conditions when necessary.

Demonstrate ability and willingness to learn; seek out development activities to improve skills and increase knowledge; learn from other team members and own mistakes.

Crosstrain and work in other departments as necessary.

AVAILABILITY

Available to work on site as required by job.

Available to work 1st Shift Hours.

Welders work a 40-hour week, plus overtime as required to meet production schedules. Overtime will be based on production demands.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period).
• 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution).
• Retirement Savings Plus Plan*.
• Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service.
• Paid holidays and one paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year.
• Global company with small company feel.
• Safety shoes reimbursed at $150 per year.
• Safety prescription glasses through approved program.

*Based on geographic location and company performance.

WHO WE ARE

Woods Equipment, part of the Oregon Tool, Inc. family of brands.

Oregon Tool, Inc. is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting tool platform. At Oregon Tool, it is our goal to create, cultivate and sustain a global, inclusive people-first culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our Team Members, customers, and communities. We welcome applications from all skilled individuals, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company SharperTogether.

To learn more about our company and history visit us at: www.oregontool.com

Oregon Tool, Inc. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is contingent on a background investigation and drug screen. Oregon Tool, Inc. does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under law.

During the application process we will not ask for or collect any confidential, proprietary, or sensitive personally identifiable information (e.g., date of birth; driver’s license number; or credit card, bank account or other financial information). If you submit such information, you do so at your own risk, and we will not be liable to you or responsible for consequences of your submission. This notice should not be construed as an offer of employment or creating any terms of employment.