Welder 1

Wastequip WRX; Galt (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

HSA

Dental Plan Options

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Wastequip WRX in California is seeking a welder proficient in MIG welding to assemble components per prints, layouts, and fixtures. The role includes setting parts in jigs, tack welding, and welding along various angles while maintaining quality and safety on a fast-paced line.

Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and MIG welding experience. On-site work with strong attention to detail is essential for meeting production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience is required.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions.
• Knowledge of basic math and tape measure reading preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures and clamps components as directed.
• Performs MIG welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead lines.
• Prepares welds by scarfs or grooves as needed and grinds excess material.
• Inspects welds for bead size and quality; adheres to safety standards.

Skills

MIG Welding

Reading blueprints

Tape measure reading

Math proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

**Job Description:****Job Summary:**The welder position will have expertise in MIG Welding techniques, by focusing on the assembly of components, parts, and structures as specified by prints, layouts and/or jigs and fixtures. **Pay rate:** $22.82**Essential Duties and 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.* MIG 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.* Completes tasks while adhering to production schedules* Ensure compliance with all safety and quality standards* Other duties as assigned**Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:*** High school diploma or equivalent preferred* MIG Welding experience is required* Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and uninvolved written or oral instructions.* Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading preferred* Experience in a fast-paced production environment preferred* Ability to pass all EHS requirements**Physical and Work Environment Requirements:**The employee must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.* Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, and stoop* 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 up to 90 lbs.* Employee must be able to have distance, up close, and peripheral vision and depth perception* Position has frequent exposure to heat, noise, vibration, smoke, dust, fumes, dirt, grease and oil.* Employees may be occasionally in a cramped or confined space depending on the welding line.**Company Benefits:**• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-UpMedical 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)