Welder

Ridgemont Resources, Inc.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. is seeking a full-time Welder in Waterloo, Iowa who can read blueprints and join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate has a solid work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

You will operate plasma and other equipment, weld parts to blueprint specifications using jigs when available, keep a clean and organized workspace, and perform on-site weld tests (Mig). Prior welding experience and proficiency with measuring tools are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School degree or GED.
• Ability to read blueprints and lay out parts.
• On-site weld test (Mig) prior to placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including hand plasma, saws, brake press, and deburring tools.
• Weld quality parts to blueprint specs using jigs when available.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Wrenches

Overhead cranes

Job description

Job Title: Welder

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Salary: $23-29/hour

Job Summary of the Welder:

We are looking to hire a Full-Time Experienced Welder who can read blueprints.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Welder:

• Operate various pieces of equipment, including hand plasma, saws, brake press, and deburring equipment.
• Weld quality parts set by blueprint specifications using jigs when available, while meeting production standard times.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Be safe in all operations of the job.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Welder:

• Requires a High School degree or GED.
• 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Must be able to layout parts and fabricate as needed.
• Requires an on-site weld test prior to placement. (Mig)
• Proficient in measuring and calculating fractions, decimals, and angles.
• Must be able to utilize various measurement tools, including but not limited to square, angle square, calipers, tape measure (to 1/32”).
• Use of wrenches, air tools, hand-held grinders, overhead cranes, steel handling and lifting skills.
• Forklift experience or ability to train on the operation of a forklift.