WELDER

Weg-Transformers-USA; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Bonus plan

Job summary

WEG Transformers USA in Washington, MO seeks a Welder. You will set up and operate MIG welding machines, weld 16–10 gauge mild steel, follow layout marks, read blueprints, and finish welds.

This full-time role offers overtime, a comprehensive benefits package (vacation, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, tuition reimbursement, EAP, life and disability insurance) and a pro-rated bonus plan. Safety gear is provided and 5S practices are expected.

Qualifications

• Prior welding experience.
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Read, write and comprehend common vocabulary.
• Read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches and plans.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate MIG welding machines, adjust machine and wire feed as required.
• Weld on 16 gauge to 10-gauge mild steel and finish welds.
• Work from layout marks and simple drawings.
• Use scale, square and power tools.
• Assemble and tack weld repetitive jobs, finish welds in down/vertical positions.
• Operate grinder to shape welds and inspect own work.
• Support 5S program to keep area neat and safe.
• Notify supervisor of material shortages or concerns.

Skills

Welding experience

Read & interpret blueprints

Mathematics basics

Reading & writing

MIG welding equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding Trade School/Apprenticeship

Tools

MIG welding machine

Job description

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.

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.