Welder 1

Wastequip WRX; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

401(k) retirement plan with company-m\

Paid leave

Job summary

Wastequip WRX is seeking a Welder to support our Alexandria, LA manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate is a MIG Welder with experience in a fast-paced production setting, capable of reading blueprints and measuring parts to spec.

Responsibilities include tack-welding, positioning parts, and welding along vertical, horizontal, and overhead lines while maintaining safety and quality standards. Training available; competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience with MIG welding in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specs.
• Basic math, tape measure reading and fractions/decimals.

Responsibilities

• Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead lines.
• Positions and tack-welds parts in jigs or fixtures.
• Checks bead size and quality; grinds excess welds as needed.
• Operates equipment safely and follows EHS requirements.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement & math

Fast-paced production

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tape

Job description

## Welder 1Apply: Alexandria, LA: Woodworth, LA: Boyce, LA: Ball, LA: Pineville, LA: Posted 2 Days Ago: R-101453**Job Description:**Wastequip Steel Division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Alexandria, LA manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment.**Hourly Pay**: $20.07 - $21.92 (based on experience)**Responsibilities*** Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks* Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces* Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines* Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal* Examines weld for bead size and other specifications* Scarfs or grooves welds and parts* Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter* Other duties as assigned* Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl* Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move 90 lbs.* Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, & depth perception**Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED* One to six months of related experience and/or training preferred* Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos* Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals* Ability to understands and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions* Ability to read blue prints and measuring tape* Experienced in a fast-paced production environment preferred* Able to pass all EHS required tests and clearances**Company Benefits:**• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans • Prescription (Rx) Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) • Health Care FSA • Dependent Care FSA • Company Paid Base Life Insurance • Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance • Company Paid Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance • 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match • Voluntary Pet Insurance • Vacation and Personal/Sick Time • Paid Grandparent Leave • Paid Bonding Leave • Adoption Assistance • Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)