Welder

Heidelberg Materials North America; Sims (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Life Insurance & Disability

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled welder/fabricator to perform welding and fabrication to repair and maintain plant equipment at our facilities. You will operate MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes, inspect welds, and read blueprints to ensure quality outcomes.

Work involves coordinating with plant teams, maintaining safety standards, and contributing to reducing downtime through proactive maintenance and precise fabrication work.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.
• Commitment to safety and quality in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication to repair and maintain plant equipment.
• Safely operate welding machines, torches, and hand tools.
• Inspect welds and equipment for quality and reliability.
• Identify repair needs and support maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Adhere to safety standards and collaborate with plant teams.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety-focused

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform welding and fabrication to repair and maintain plant equipment
• Safely operate welding machines, cutting torches, and hand tools
• Inspect equipment and welds to ensure quality and operational reliability
• Identify repair needs and support maintenance activities to reduce downtimeFollow all safety standards and work collaboratively with plant teams

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to perform MIG, TIG, and stick welding safely and accurately
• Capability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship in an industrial environment

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

• $27.04 to $32.45 per hour
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.