Welder

Duravant; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan

Job summary

Key Technology, a leader in food processing technology, seeks an experienced Welder in Walla Walla, WA. The role involves fabricating stainless steel equipment from blueprints in a fast-paced production environment.

The selected candidate will read drawings, perform GMAW/GTAW welding, and operate associated tools and machinery. A minimum of three years in welding fabrication is required, with proficiency in imperial and metric measurements and the ability to work independently or as part of a

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent; welding program preferred.
• Three years' welding fabrication experience; basic GMAW/GTAW.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings.
• Proficiency with imperial and metric measurements.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings and blueprints.
• Fit and weld assemblies and sub-assemblies using GMAW, GTAW, MIG, TIG, and TIP/TIG techniques.
• Operate gas torch, plasma equipment, overhead crane, pneumatic tools, grinders, and fixtures.
• Maintain production quality, tolerances, and measurement systems.
• Work with minimal supervision and contribute to team performance.

Skills

GMAW welding

GTAW welding

Reading drawings

Independent work

Teamwork

Measurements (imperial/metric)

Welding quality control

Education

High school education

Welding program/technical school

Tools

Gas torch

Plasma equipment

Overhead crane

Pneumatic hand tools

Grinders

Job description

Job Location: Walla Walla, WA 99362

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $19.80 - $24.80 Hourly

Job Shift: Swing 4‑day work week with 15% shift differential

Job Category: Entry Level

About The Company

Key Technology has been providing innovative solutions to the food industry since 1948 and is a global leader in the design and manufacture of food processing technology.

Role Overview

As a Welder, you will fabricate stainless steel equipment used in food processing using blueprints and engineering drawings. Work in a dynamic, high‑energy production environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings and blueprints.
• Fit and weld assemblies and sub‑assemblies using GMAW, GTAW, MIG, TIG, and TIP/TIG weld techniques.
• Operate gas torch, plasma equipment, overhead crane operations, pneumatic hand tools, grinders, fixtures, templates, stops, and guides.
• Maintain production quality, measurements, tolerances, and both imperial and metric systems.
• Work with minimum supervision and contribute to team performance.

Qualifications

• High school education, community college weld program, technical weld school, or equivalent experience.
• Three years’ experience in welding fabrication with basic GMAW and GTAW abilities.
• Knowledge of gas torch, plasma equipment, overhead crane operations, and pneumatic hand tools.
• Competence in reading and fully understanding manufacturing drawings.
• Skills in all forms of GMAW welding.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to teamwork.
• Confidence with measurements, tolerances, and both imperial and metric systems.

Tests and Requirements

Position is contingent on successful completion of weld written and practical tests, as well as a pre‑employment drug screen, criminal history, social security, and reference check.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with high deductible health plan or PPO plan, including prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts (when allowed by tax laws).
• Health Savings Accounts with a 2x match up to $1,000 annually.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Paid life insurance and disability insurance, and options for additional coverage.
• Paid maternity leave.
• Optional long‑term care, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 3% of employee contributions, 50% on the next 2%, and 4% match if you contribute 5% of pay.
• Educational assistance reimbursement.
• Accrued paid time off (PTO).
• 10 paid holidays annually.

Workplace Inclusion

Key Technology is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with state and local nondiscrimination laws. Individuals requiring reasonable accommodation may contact the Human Resources Department. Key Technology participates in E‑Verify.