Welder

LaForce, Inc.; Troy, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with a match

Paid time-off

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Wellness Program

Company Provided Tools

No weekends, nights or holidays

Job summary

LaForce, Inc. in Troy, MI is seeking a 1st Shift Welder to fit, grind and MIG weld metal door frames. You will follow welding diagrams and work orders, setup and maintain welding equipment, and assemble parts as needed.

Position requires welding in multiple positions with attention to safety and quality, plus the ability to read procedures and use hand tools. Benefits and a collaborative work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools required.

Responsibilities

• Follow welding diagrams, work orders and frame design layout.
• Setup, operate and maintain welding and cutting equipment.
• Position and clamp workpieces together or assemble them in a jig.
• Weld in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
• Grind welds flush and smooth with proper feathering of welded/ground area to flat surfaces.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and record keeping.
• Assist with conversion, modification, and assembly projects as assigned. (70% Welding/30% Door Conversion)

Skills

Reading diagrams

Safety awareness

Hand tools use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG/GMAW welding equipment

Grinder

Job description

Are you looking to join a growing company with career advancement opportunities? If you answered yes, then check out LaForce!

LaForce is looking for a 1st Shift Welder to be responsible for fitting, grinding and welding metal door frames with gas-shielded arc (MIG/GMAW) welding equipment.

Major Responsibilities

• Follow welding diagrams, work orders and frame design layout.
• Setup, operate and maintain welding and cutting equipment.
• Position and clamp workpieces together or assemble them in a jig.
• Weld in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
• Grind welds flush and smooth with proper feathering of welded/ground area to flat surfaces.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and record keeping.
• Assist with conversion, modification, and assembly projects as assigned. (70% Welding/30% Door Conversion)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and one to three months of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools required.

Physical Demands

• The employee is required to frequently use hands to lift up to 50# Floor to 68”, carry up to 50#, and push/pull up to 50# force.
• The employee is required to occasionally sit, climb or balance (in and out of fork lift), talk or hear, grip up to 75# Force and climb/balance or step up 19”

LaForce offers great benefits and a fun, professional working environment!

• 401K plan with a match
• Paid time-off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Wellness Program
• Company Provided Tools
• No weekends, nights or holidays

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