WELDER

WEG Transformers USA; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation & holidays

Excellent medical, dental & vision

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee EAP

Life & disability insurance

Bonus plan (pro-rated)

Job summary

WEG Transformers USA is seeking a Welder in Washington, MO to set up and operate MIG welding equipment for mild steel parts. The role requires reading layouts and blueprints, working from diagrams, and maintaining quality through visual checks.

You will adhere to safety protocols and support 5S in a fast-growing manufacturing environment. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a large global company.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary.
• Must be able to calculate basic math including fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate MIG welding machines, adjust machine and wire feed as required.
• Welding on 16 gauge to 10-gauge mild steel, attaching accessories and fittings or seam welding.
• Work from layout marks and simple drawings.
• Use scale, square and power tools.
• Assemble and tack weld repetitive jobs, finish weld, tack welded assemblies, usually in down and or vertical position.
• Operate grinder to clean and shape weld.
• Conduct visual and dimensional checks of own work.
• Support 5S program to maintain a neat, organized work area.

Skills

Welding

Blueprints & diagrams

Math basics

Reading & comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding trade school or apprenticeship

Two years of manufacturing experience

Job description

WEG Transformers USA

Description

Pay / Benefits:

Pay: $24.01 - $25.49 / hour

($24.01 - $25.49 + $0.75 / hour shift premium)

Benefits:

WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits, including:

• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starts at 30 days.
• 401(k) with Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid life & disability insurance.
• Bonus Plan (pro-rated)

Specific details & more in the WEG Transformers USA & IUE-CWA CBA, 2021.

WEG: Our Company

Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. WEG employs over 40,000 people around the globe and offers a diversified and integrated product line, with sales to more than 135 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are growing at an impressive rate and we're looking for talented individuals to help us move forward with this aggressive growth plan.

WEG is committed to building quality products and providing efficient solutions. To achieve this goal, we strive for continuous investment in innovation and team work. Helping people reach their goals by living the values of the company is a passion shared by everyone at WEG.

At WEG, our Values stand as: Human Company, Team Work, Efficiency, Flexibility, Innovation and Leadership.

As a Human Company, we value each individual contribution to our success, and we motivate people by means of integrity, ethics and constant support to personal development.

WEG, also, supports Green Initiatives such as the implementation of a company-wide recycling program, the use of green chemicals for office cleaning, the elimination of Styrofoam cups, and installation of HVAC economizers on rooftop units and an energy management system to improve overall energy efficiency.

Role: Welder

In this role, you will:

• Set-up and operate MIG welding machines, adjust machine and wire feed as required.
• Normally welding on 16 gauge to 10-gauge mild steel, attaching accessories and fittings or seam welding on parts.
• Work from layout marks, simple drawings.
• Use scale, square and power tools.
• Assemble and tack weld repetitive jobs, finish weld, tack welded assemblies, usually in down and or vertical position.
• Operate grinder to clean and shape weld.
• Conduct visual and dimensional check of own work.
• Support WEG's 5S program in an effort to maintain work area, equipment and supplies in a neat, organized manner.
• Notify supervisor of material shortages or other concerns.
• Work safely in required PPE to manufacture a high-quality component of a transformer.

WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits, including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and disability.

Prior to the next step in the recruitment process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Please contact us at 1-663-239-9300 should you need a referral to the recruiter for this requisition.

Requirements

Basic:

• Prior welding experience.
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work evening or night shift.
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary.
• Must be able to calculate basic math, including fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Must be able to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates.
• To move forward in the process, candidates will successfully complete: an application, welding knowledge & skill assessments, talent assessment, interview, drug and background screening.
• Safety Sensitive position: Drug panel includes THC.
• Resides within a reasonable commuting distance of Washington MO.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis; visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Participation in Future Farmers of America (FFA) or 4-H Welding projects / programs.
• Completion of Welding Trade school and/or Apprenticeship program.
• Two years of prior manufacturing experience.