Welder

Steel-Tech-Enterprises-1; Williamsport (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) after 60 days

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Steel Tech Enterprises is seeking a Production Welder to join our shop floor. The role focuses on safe welding operations, measuring and assembling metal parts, and maintaining quality standards through inspection and documentation.

You will use calipers, tape, protractor, and weld gauge to verify accuracy while adhering to company procedures and training requirements. The position offers comprehensive benefits after probation, and opportunities for growth through on-the-job mentorship and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform GD&T checks with weld terminology knowledge.
• Welding test may be administered to assess skill level.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment and inspect weld quality.
• Measure, cut, and assemble metal projects; prepare surfaces and check gas ratios.
• Maintain clean work area and perform light maintenance on welding equipment.
• Record job and part status; clock on/off as required; meet hours.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Geometric tolerancing

Weld terminology

Measurement tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–3 months related training/experience

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Protractor

Weld gauge

Job description

Come be part of the Steel Tech Enterprises family and learn more about our benefits, growth opportunities, and more! See for yourself what makes Steel Tech Enterprises a great place to work!

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Ensure safe working environment.
• Measure, cut, and assemble metal projects using an electric arc and inert gas. Prepare metal surfaces, check gas ratios, and inspect welds. Clean all welds to be free of spatter or any defects. Repair defects following a repair procedure and conform to all inspection criteria.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area
• Performs light maintenance activities such as replacing wire or changing weld tips
• Checks part using Quality Department-approved tools to determine accuracy to print
• Clock on jobs and parts accurately to notify office personnel of part status
• Shows up to work in a timely manner and remaining at work until the mandatory hours have been met

Safety

• Exhibits consistent safe working habits
• Wears all required PPE
• Practices safe work habits
• Aware of and properly uses light guards, emergency stops, etc. for safe machine operation.
• Maintains clean, clutter-free work areas

Quality

• Operates at or above company quality standards
• Consistently practices inspection procedures as set forth in quality manual and WPS Matrix
• Uses measuring tools (calipers, tape, protractor and square, weld gauge) to ensure product accuracy
• Uses quality manual as reference for all tasks
• Inspects own work
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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. Main functions include: blue print reading, geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing, weld terminology and use of multiple gages.

Testing

• Any Production Welder must be given a weld test so that Steel Tech Enterprises can gauge the extent of their skill. This test will be administered by the Weld Shop supervisor or their designee. This test is pass/fail. No employees will be allowed to weld without passing a weld test.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blue print, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

• Basic mathematic skills. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Training Requirements

• Mentor one-on-one training
• Procedures by Job Title

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job-related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family Services.

Steel Tech Enterprises is a safety-sensitive workplace. All employment offers are contingent upon results of a 10-panel drug screening including marijuana.

Steel Technologies Enterprises is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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