Welder

Putzmeister America, Inc.; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery manufacturing company in Sturtevant, WI seeks a Welder to join their production team. The ideal candidate will have experience with MIG welding and be capable of reading blueprints. Responsibilities include preparing parts for welding, operating machinery, and ensuring quality standards. This entry-level position offers a competitive hourly wage and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of welding experience, preferably GMAW.
• Experience in a production environment.
• Ability to pass welder qualification tests.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and measurements for layout planning.
• Operate welding equipment in various positions.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces for flaws.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Formal trade or technical welding training

Tools

Overhead cranes

Hydraulic presses

Job description

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Summary: The welder must have a technical aptitude with experience in casting repair using MIG (GMAW) welding processes. Responsible
for various types of weld preparation, welding, and weld finishing operation to manufacture product to customer drawings, specifications, and other forms of
instruction

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures

· Proficient in MIG welding technique

· Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements

· Use of jib or overhead crane to manually position work pieces.

· Set up components for welding according to specifications

· Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded

· Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces

· Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)

· Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

· Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws

· Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Qualifications:

· Two to three years of welding experience, preferably GMAW.

· Minimum of one (1) year of experience in production environment.

· Must pass welder qualification weld tests using GMAW

· Must be able to read measuring devices, such as tape measure

· Must be able to read blueprints

Education/Certification/Training:

· High school diploma or GED.

· Formal trade or technical welding training, or equivalent on the job experience leading up to a qualification in structural welding, is preferred.

· Experienced in the use of overhead cranes and hydraulic presses.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

· The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use
personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

· The noise level in this environment is frequently loud.

· Ability to continuously stand or walk; and the ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently.

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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