Welder 1, 3rd Shift

Dee Zee, Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dee Zee, Inc. in Des Moines, IA (USA) is seeking a Welder to join our fabrication team. The role focuses on MIG and TIG welding to join aluminum and steel components, following drawings and quality standards.

You will set up welders, inspect welds, and ensure precise fabrication while adhering to safety and environmental policies for a productive, compliant workflow. Responsibilities include performing welds to spec, inspecting for nonconformances, adjusting equipment, and maintaining a clean,

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience with MIG and TIG welding preferred.
• Ability to stop the production line and/or prevent shipment of products due to nonconformance or potential nonconforming products to our customers.
• Ability to use measuring equipment (calipers, tape measures, and angle gauges).
• High level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Ability to effectively work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Ability to operate small grinding equipment (right angle grinder, pencil grinder, belt sander).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
• Ability to read and understand written work instructions.
• High School Graduate or GED, required; Associate Degree or Welding Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding equipment to join and fabricate steel and aluminum components.
• Perform accurate weld inspection, identify nonconforming parts, ensure welds meet Dee Zee and customer weld acceptance criteria and rework if applicable.
• Support Dee Zee’s environmental policies with proactive process implementation, improvement suggestions, reducing waste while acting on environment performance results and findings.
• Check and adjust machine settings to ensure that the part is fabricated correctly according to specifications.
• Ensure welder is in proper working condition.
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Fabricate items as instructed by drawings and work instructions.
• Follow First Off Procedure (specification, place jig, check dimensions and check first product).
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with 6S procedures, rules and regulations and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Must achieve trainee level BOM standard cycle times while maintaining quality parts in all welding processes.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Reading instructions

Measuring tools

Grinding equipment

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree or Welding Certification preferred

Tools

Right angle grinder

Pencil grinder

Belt sander

Job description

Position Summary:

The Welder will utilize various welding processes to set up welders and weld vertically and horizontally with satisfactory results using aluminum and/or steel at standard rates.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise, and uncontrolled temperatures.

Accountabilities:

• Operate and set up MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding equipment to join and fabricate steel and aluminum components.
• Perform accurate weld inspection, identify nonconforming parts, ensure welds meet Dee Zee and customer weld acceptance criteria and rework if applicable.
• Support Dee Zee’s environmental policies with proactive process implementation, improvement suggestions, reducing waste while acting on environment performance results and findings.
• Check and adjust machine settings to ensure that the part is fabricated correctly according to specifications.
• Ensure welder is in proper working condition.
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Fabricate items as instructed by drawings and work instructions.
• Follow First Off Procedure (specification, place jig, check dimensions and check first product).
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with 6S procedures, rules and regulations and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Must achieve trainee level BOM standard cycle times while maintaining quality parts in all welding processes.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year experience with MIG and TIG welding preferred.
• Ability to stop the production line and/or prevent shipment of products due to nonconformance or potential nonconforming products to our customers.
• Ability to use measuring equipment (calipers, tape measures, and angle gauges).
• High level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Ability to effectively work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Ability to operate small grinding equipment (right angle grinder, pencil grinder, belt sander, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
• Ability to read and understand written work instructions.
• Ability to recognize when a weld meets Dee Zee and customer acceptance criteria.
• High School Graduate or GED, required; Associate Degree or Wedling Certification preferred.