Welder- 2nd shift

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Welder and contribute to the transformation of the electrical grid. You'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth operations through MIG and TIG welding, working with various steel types. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact energy challenges while being part of an employee-owned organization. With a commitment to safety and innovation, you will work in a supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued. If you're passionate about welding and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in MIG and TIG welding required.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow specific instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up fixtures for various welding assignments.
• Use appropriate welding gases for quality welds.
• Deburr and clean parts using hand and power tools.

Skills

MIG Welding

TIG Welding

Blueprint Reading

Shop Math

Measuring Equipment

Education

High School Diploma

Welding Certification

Tools

MIG Power Supply

TIG Power Supply

Belt Sander

Drill Press

Job description

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Hours

• 4:30 pm- 1:00 am (Monday- Friday)
• Occasional Saturday OT

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated hourly base pay rate for this position in US - Chicago can be found in the JOB INFO section below This role is also eligible for S&C's annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Welder!

Are you passionate about welding? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our welding function. As a welder you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. In this job, you will be expected to perform ordinary welding following standard welding methods and procedures. The work includes MIG and TIG welding on a variety of steel types, gauges, and sizes ranging from a few inches to several feet across. You will be expected to set up the various welding equipment, such as MIG and TIG power supply, and to select the proper settings for a variety of different welding applications. Must have a thorough knowledge of welding aluminum, steel and cooper as well as brazing brass. Layout of piece parts from prints, drawings and verbal instructions is also required. You will be working in a production environment where all jobs have a measured standard production rate and you will be held accountable for the quality of your work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting up of fixtures to complete a variety of welding assignments.
• Handling of piece parts ranging form 5 lbs. to 20 lbs.
• Using appropriate welding gases to produce quality welds.
• Willingness to learn new machinery in various departments.
• Using simple measuring equipment such as squares and tape measures.
• Deburring and cleaning of parts using various hand and power tools such as a belt sander, drill press, and ballard boy.
• Enrollment and successful completion of courses offered on premises though the S&C Technical Training Institute is required.

What you'll Need To Succeed:

• Knowledge of shop math, welding applications and practices.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow specific written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to understand measuring equipment such as micrometers and dial calipers.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and plan daily work assignments in a self-directed changing environment.

Relevant Work Experience:

• One to three years Mig and Tig welding experience required.

Major Physical Demands:

• Standing: Most tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 20 lbs.; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Walking: Occasional walking of moderate distances (<1/8 miles).
• Carrying: Occasional carrying of items weighing less than 20 lbs.
• Pushing: Occasional positioning of tub titlers and use of hand trucks to move parts and tooling a moderate distance.
• Pulling: Occasional positioning of tub titlers and use of hand trucks to move parts and tooling a moderate distance.
• Bending: Occasional bending to perform a variety of job tasks.
• Reaching: Frequent reaching to load and unload parts from fixture in machine or tubs.
• Handling: Continuous handling of parts ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 20 lbs. along with a variety of hand tools.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [e-mail].

No fixed Deadline