Welder 2

RELCO (A Kovalus Separation Solutions™ Company); Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

RELCO (A Kovalus Separation Solutions™ Company) in Willmar, MN is seeking a Welder II to join our onsite production team. The role focuses on MIG and TIG welding, polishing, and finishing, with duties including rigging, reading drawings, and maintaining accurate timesheets.

You will work under the Production Manager, follow safety procedures, and contribute to quality improvements while meeting project deadlines. Certification for various skills may be required for advancement.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required; welding certificate a plus.
• 2–5+ years of TIG welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and work instructions.
• Experience with MIG/TIG welding and basic rigging.
• Commitment to safety procedures and quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Follow and mentor safety procedures and PPE.
• MIG and TIG welding on intermediate level projects with minimal rework.
• Perform basic purge welding.
• Understand and execute safe lifting and rigging with crane and forklifts.
• Read and interpret complex drawings; deviations may occur and require decisions.
• Train lesser experienced coworkers.
• Work under limited supervision.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Read drawings

Safety awareness

Education

GED or High school diploma

Welding certificate

Job description

Welder II

Location

Willmar, MN

Onsite, Hybrid or Fully Remote

Onsite

Status

Full-Time

Reports To

Production Manager

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt Hourly

Management Position

No

Compensation Min

$27.00

Compensation Max

$37.00

Position Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Stainless Steel Welder II: Performs MIG and TIG welding, polishing, metal finishing, Material rigging and handling for crane and forklift, and assembly. Uses a broad range of power tools, hand tools and auto/semi-auto equipment. Able to read and interpret a variety of drawings and work instructions. Adjust work stations and area according to workpiece size and shape. Performs basic recordkeeping as required. Accurately fill out timesheet. Stainless steel welders are required to comply with departmental safety requirements, contribute to quality improvements and interact/communicate within the department as a function of the position. Certification for various skills may be required for employment or career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Follow and mentors safety procedures and PPE
• MIG and TIG welding on intermediate level projects with minimal rework
• Perform basic purge welding
• Understand and execute safe lifting and rigging with crane and forklifts
• Consistently completing projects within expected timeframes.
• Read and interpret complex drawings, Recognizing the for occasional deviations from drawing. Decision making is required.
• Effectively train lesser experienced coworkers
• Work under limited supervision

Qualifications

Education:

• GED or High school diploma
• Welding certificate a plus

Experience

• 2–5+ years of related Tig welding experience
• Perform basic Purge welding
• 2-5 years experience reading and interpreting complex drawings.
• 2- years experience executing safe lifting and rigging with crane and forklifts

Career Roadmap

The next opportunity from this position is: Welder III

Kovalus offers a comprehensive package that includes: Medical (3 plan options), Dental (2 plan options) and Vision plan insurances; 401K (6% company match & fixed company contribution based on seniority); health savings and flexible spending accounts; company provided basic life insurance policy with the option of selecting additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse or dependents; disability insurances (short-term policy is company paid & long-term is split between company and employee); voluntary insurance plans for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity; business and personal travel insurance; 10 paid holidays; vacation time starting at 3 weeks; 48 hours sick time; employee assistance program; educational assistance program; referral bonus; bereavement leave.

All benefits are subject to applicable plan and program terms (including eligibility terms) and may be subject to change.

The Company’s employment application form will state, at least, that The Company will consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other basis prohibited by law.