Welder - 1st Shift

Bush Hog; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Group is seeking a skilled welder to fit and weld fabricated steel frames on the production floor, following blueprints and ANSI weld symbols. The role involves setting up tools, reading drawings, and ensuring weld quality while handling materials safely.

Applicants should have MIG welding experience and be able to lift 50+ lbs and work overtime as needed. Equal employment opportunity employer with a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–2 years of weld/fabrication experience preferred.
• Mig welding experience required.
• Ability to read ANSI weld symbols and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set up work; adjust torch and plasma cutter and grinders according to drawings.
• Fit, tack and weld assemblies or spots to secure parts for other welders.
• Operate material handling equipment safely per policies.
• Check welds for proper application and quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Lifting heavy objects

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Torch & plasma cutter

Measuring tools

Job description

FUNCTION/POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, fits and welds fabricated steel frames and/or metal parts on production floor using MIG welding equipment. Measures and marks locations for metal components on assembly table following blueprints. Verifies position of metal components in assembly using straight edge, combination square and rule.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Sets-up work; adjusts and uses torch and plasma cutter and/or grinder properly in sta ndard/non-standard positions following Engineering drawings/blueprints.

Fit, tack and weld complete assemblies or fit and tack designated spots to secure work pieces for other welders. May use basic hand tools, such as tape measure, square, clamps, etc., to verify proper weld application and quality of weldments.

Have the knowledge and ability to weld and fabricate multiple units manufactured by Schwarze Industries, Inc.

Operate material handling equipment and operate safely within company Safety policies and procedures.

Complete product weldments to current acceptable standards in a timely manner. Check work to insure proper weld application and quality of weldments.

Troubleshooting and problem solving as required.

May assist with special projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.
• 1-2 years' experience working at SII, preferred or equivalent weld/fabrication environment.
• Previous education or experience in mig welding required
• Ability to read blueprints with ANSI weld symbols and specifications.
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50+ lbs., on a regular basis for 8-10-hour shift(s.) Continuous standing.
• Capable of performing standard measurements. Good shop math skills.
• Understands basic procedure of voltage and amp settings for given requirements.
• Able to work overtime and/or weekends as scheduled.

Must be physically able to wear welding hood and required appropriate personal protective equipment including welding helmet, gloves and protective apron and/or leather attire and steel toe shoes and fresh air/forced air respirator as required.

We are proud to be an equal Employment Opportunity, affirming that all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Drug Free Workplace

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, affirming that all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).

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