Welder - 1st Shift

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.; Riceville (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from Day 1

Tuition reimbursement up to $10k/yr

401(k) with company match

Performance-based pay raises

Paid time off

Education assistance up to Master’s

Job summary

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a skilled Welder for our Riceville, IA production facility. You will weld metal parts using various equipment, operate an overhead crane, and ensure quality while maintaining a safe workspace.

Key duties include adjusting welding parameters, reading measuring devices, and rotating through production areas to meet demand. A weld test is required, and training is provided to learn wire changes and maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Passed weld test either through pre-employment test or through internal weld program.
• Ability to start and run a welder.
• Ability to perform job tasks within one station with little to no quality defects or guidance.
• Willingness to learn to change your own wire.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal parts using hand tools, torch, plasma cutter, or other equipment.
• Operate overhead crane to position parts and read measuring devices.
• Maintain a safe, clean workspace following 6S standards and safety procedures.
• Train and work in various production areas as needed by demand.

Skills

Reading measuring devices

Quality defect awareness

Welding ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Company Overview

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled Welder to work at our Riceville, IA production facility.

Your Impact

• Heat and form metal parts and components using hand tools, torch, plasma cutter/ carbon arc or other welding equipment; properly position material/parts to be welded. Capable of welding all materials at the location.
• Operate an overhead crane to maneuver parts safely into place; adjust welding current to proper weld configurations. Accurately operate and read measuring devices.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards; follow all safe procedures in assembling and testing of all models/products in assigned job function.
• Train and work in various areas of production in response to production demands.

Minimum Qualifications

• Passed weld test either through pre‑employment test or through internal weld program.
• Ability to start and run a welder.
• Ability effectively preforms job tasks within one station with little to no quality defects or guidance.
• Willingness to learn to change your own wire.

Standout Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months of applicable position experience.
• Understanding of quality defects within weld on products.
• Ability to read and use measuring devices.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance beginning Day 1 of employment.
• Up to ten thousand dollars each year for tuition reimbursement to pursue or continue education.
• 401(k) plan with company match, $0.50 per dollar up to 6%.
• Company bonus plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Pay increases every 6 months based on performance.
• High school diploma/GED not required for this job; we provide financial assistance to get education, from GED up to a Master’s degree—up to ten thousand dollars per year.

EEO Statement

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

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