Welder

Morton Industries LLC; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Morton Industries LLC is seeking a skilled welder/assembler to join our manufacturing team. You will read prints, determine appropriate welding methods, and assemble subassemblies using MIG/GTAW processes.

You’ll inspect dimensions and ensure conformance to specifications while supporting efficient production schedules. The role requires basic welding experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with hand and power tools in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Welding or fabrication role requiring basic shop skills and safety awareness.
• High school diploma or equivalent with welding-related training preferred.
• Welding experience in MIG/GTAW processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal parts using MIG and other arc processes per prints.
• Review production schedules and expedite work orders.
• Interpret prints to determine assembly sequence and methods.
• Inspect components to confirm print conformance using layout tools.
• Operate power tools and perform fixture assembly as needed.
• Process orders for shipment and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Organized

Problem Solving

Project Management

Technical Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Ethics

Organizational Support

Motivation

Professionalism

Quality

Quantity

Safety

Attendance

Dependability

Initiative

Innovation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Welding trades education

Tools

Bluco layout table

Job description

SUMMARY

Assembles a variety of subassemblies by tack or finish weld using GTAW or GMAW processes. Uses hand and power tools. Interprets prints to select assembly method and erection procedures. Uses standard inspection procedures to ensure conformity to print specifications. Communicates with other departments to ensure proper shipment and recordkeeping is accomplished.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

• - Reviews and maintains production schedule, expedite list and/or work orders.
• - Welds metal parts together using mig welding process and any combination of arc welding processes according to a customer or company print.
• - Studies print, process sheet, or layout on work piece to determine assembly required, and assembly sequence of operation.
• - Check dimensions of component parts for assure print conformance by use of layout, and/or any required inspection equipment.
• - Lays out reference lines and machining locations on work piece, according to print.
• - Operates various power tools.
• - Uses Bluco or layout table to perform fixture or small lot size assembly work.
• - Manipulates parts to correct dimensions by heating, clamping, or restraining.
• - Complete assembly as required, by welding, gas brazing or other methods.
• - Process completed orders for shipment.
• - All other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETENCY

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• - Organized - Ability to work in an organized manner, balancing several tasks simultaneously.
• - Problem Solving - Works well in group problem solving situations.
• - Project Management - Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time.
• - Technical Skills - Shares expertise with others.
• - Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• - Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality.
• - Verbal Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• - Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• - Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• - Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• - Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
• - Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• - Professionalism - Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• - Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• - Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Works quickly.
• - Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• - Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• - Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• - Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• - Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to dirty or oily conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

POSITION TYPE

Full time

TRAVEL

<10%

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• - High School Diploma or equivalent
• - Trade school, college, weld experience, or a combination

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• - Attendance
• - In order to perform this job the employee must meet all Company attendance requirements.

Safety

• - The ability to continuously practice safe habits in the workplace while following all policies and procedures related to health and safety.

Morton Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, among other things, or as a qualified individual with a disability. Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.