Welder (1st Shift)

Nelson Global Products Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401K Retirement Plan

Job summary

Nelson Global Products Inc. in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a Welded Assembly Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will MIG/TIG weld production orders and components, set up equipment, inspect welds, and ensure part quality to meet customer specifications.

The position requires standing for 10 hours, manual dexterity, and adherence to safety protocols. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered, with benefits including medical/dental/vision and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must pass the NGP Weld Test.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow routing instructions.
• Must remain current on welding methods.
• Ability to stand 10 hours.
• Lift up to 25 lbs.
• Mechanical aptitude and shop math proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts to complete units and component parts in a specialized area.
• Perform fixture weld inner assemblies and related welding operations (MIG/TIG).
• Set up and operate assigned machines to produce finished product.
• Inspect welds and parts using gauges and templates; monitor bead size and penetration.
• Follow ITAR procedures when applicable and maintain clean, safe work area.

Job description

***THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR ONGOING PAY INCREASES TIED TO EXPERIENCE LEVEL AND SKILL***

Schedule: Monday through Thursday 5:00am to 3:30pm with over time as needed

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Nelson Global engineers, manufactures, and distributes clean and efficient Air & Fluid Transfer, NVH, Complex Structural, Acoustic, and Thermal Management Solutions. Nelson Global partners with the world’s leading OEMs. With 21 global manufacturing and distribution facilities and unparalleled engineering and innovation capabilities, Nelson Global provides mission critical solutions with the highest degree of reliability at the lowest cost. Our dedication to serving our employees, partners, and the planet responsibly is realized across three pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and governance. By empowering our people, reducing waste, and developing innovative and efficient systems, we support the communities and resources that spur the industries and technologies of the future.

POSITION OVERVIEW: TheWelder Assembly Operator is responsible for welding production orders or components using MIG and TIG processes to meet customer and quality specifications. This involves using training or knowledge of welding techniques, knowledge of set-up requirements and meeting established production requirements on a consistent basis.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assemble parts to complete units and component parts in a specialized area
• The ability to perform all the following processes: Fixture Weld Inner Assemblies, Insulation Wrapping, Auto-Welder Operations, End of Cell Checking Fixtures, Air testing
• May use templates, fixtures, surface plate, calipers, snap gauges, or other inspection tools to measure welded components, bead size, or other necessary dimensions per blueprint. Watches for presence of burn through, cold starts, lack of penetration, bead size, or other indications of suspect welds.
• Set up and operate assigned machines to produce finished product in a final assembly
• Perform a variety of specialized assembly operations such as jigging, air testing, v-bands and component parts.
• Follow all ITAR processes when appropriate
• Utilize hand tools, power tools and other special equipment within department
• Cleanings and inspecting of all parts
• Complete proper paperwork per station
• Participate in the corrective action process to prevent defects from recurring.
• Follow procedures consistently to obtain repeatability.
• Participate in team meetings seeking continuous improvements for the operation.
• Observe all safety and OSHA procedures and standards. Maximum lifting of 25lb without assistance. PPE is required at times.
• Keep work area safe and clean (5S: Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain)
• Assume responsibility for quality workmanship that meets and/or exceeds customer expectations.
• Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor/lead
• Other jobs as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Must remain current on all welding methods required by NGP or our Customers.
• Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude, proficiency in shop math (fractions, decimals, metric), ability to read and follow specific routing instructions, ability to read blueprints, proficiency in the use of appropriate measuring instruments (tape measure, dial calipers), ability to check quality of parts against templates.
• Must pass the NGP Weld Test.
• Must have demonstrated ability to handle production requirements and demonstrated problem solving ability from previous work.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to stand for 10-hour shift.
• Able to bend, twist, stoop to remove parts from baskets and lift to work area.
• Able to load parts into work area and complete baskets without damaging the part.
• Good hand and eye coordination.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Inclusive Benefits Package:

• $3000 Sign-On Bonus!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Wellness Programs
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• $3000 Sign On Bonus
• And More!

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