Welder

Rugby Manufacturing; Rugby (ND); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rugby Manufacturing is seeking a qualified welder to join our shop in Rugby, North Dakota. Starting wage is $22.40 per hour and can increase to $29.30 per hour based on experience and skill.

You will set up and operate welding equipment to assemble truck bodies and related components, while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and adherence to process flow.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate welding ability and pass welding certifications.
• Ability to read blueprints and measurements to meet specifications.
• Basic math skills for measuring and assembling parts.
• Commitment to safety procedures and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate welding equipment to weld and assemble truck bodies and components.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow 5S/lean practices.
• Assist with process improvements and flexible task completion as part of a team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Safety compliance

Team player

Job description

Rugby Manufacturing is looking for a welder. Starting wage is $22.40 and can go up to $29.30 depending on experience. Rugby is North America's leading designer and manufacturer of Class 3-5 dump truck bodies, landscape bodies, platform bodies, truck and trailer hoists, related truck equipment and accessories.

Job Summary:

• Setting up and operating welding equipment to weld and assemble truck bodies, hoists and fabricated parts (may include working Robotic Welder)
• Maintaining a clean work environment
• Assisting with continuous process improvement and lean initiatives by following process flow, remaining flexible to complete tasks as part of the team, maintaining a clean work environment and offering suggestions for improvements, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Prompt and reliable attendance so we can meet our customer needs.
• Ability to perform basic math to determine ability to measure, assemble and problem-solve.
• Must be able to demonstrate welding ability. Must be able to pass welding certifications.
• Ability to manually move product and materials up to 50 lbs. through regular heavy physical exertion, including but not limited to climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and bending. Using the overhead hoists requires ability to push and pull up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to stand and work in various positions for several hours at a time. Most of the work is done on concrete, ladders and in dump bodies.
• Ability to determine and make welding equipment adjustments as needed, read complicated instructions, blueprints, measuring devices, and perform basic computer data entry.
• Must be a team player working with co-workers and other departments. The focus is on meeting company goals and initiatives.
• Ability to learn operations of multiple machines/jigs within a job area and must be able to regularly rotate jobs to meet job schedule, team needs or to meet any safety recommendations.
• Must work at a reasonable pace (measured by production efficiency) and within our quality standards to insure timely completion of tasks and must work overtime as required to meet customer needs.
• Must work in a safe manner following safety procedures, including: wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), completing maintenance requests and communicating hazards to co-workers and management.

ABOUT US:

Rugby a Subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation is located in Rugby, North Dakota.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com .

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at 701-350-3298. All other applications must be submitted online.

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