Welder - 2nd Shift

Hunter Engineering Company; Raymond (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor贡献

Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Company in Raymond, MS is seeking a Welder to position, align, fit, and weld metal components to exact tolerances per design drawings.

You will read blueprints, select welding equipment, and verify weld quality while maintaining safety and production standards. The starting rate is $28.25 per hour with opportunities for advancement.

Join a family-owned, American-made leader recognized for innovation and employee development, with strong benefits and growth potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Welding certificate preferred.
• Must read blueprints and read measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Position, align, fit, and weld metal components to design tolerances.
• Select torch, tip, filler rod and flux according to welding chart specifications.
• Connect regulator valves and hoses to cylinders and welding torch.
• Light torch and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
• Holds torch at proper angle and guides along weld joint, applying filler rod.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certificate preferred

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Career Opportunities with Hunter Engineering Company

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Welder in Raymond, MS!

Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.

We're proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years (2022 - 2026) - a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

If you're ready to join a team that's shaping the future of automotive service, read on.

Hunter offers $28.25 as the starting rate with opportunities for advancement in level and pay.

As a Welder, you will position, align, fit, and weld metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to design drawing tolerances and specifications.

What You'll Do:

• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks.
• Selects torch, torch tip, filler rod and flux, according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
• Connects regulator valves and hoses to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders, and welding torch.
• Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch and adjusts gas mixture and pressure, to obtain desired flame.
• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks.
• Selects torch, torch tip, filler rod and flux, according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
• Connect regulator valves and hoses to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders, and welding torch.
• Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch and adjusts gas mixture and pressure, to obtain desired flame.
• Holds torch at proper angle to metal and guides along weld joint, applying filler rod to molten area to form weld.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Repairs broken or cracked metal objects, fills holes, and builds up metal parts.
• Lays out, positions, and tack welds workpieces.
• Welds along vertical or overhead weld lines.
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or spatter.
• Cleans or degreases parts.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Welding certificate preferred.
• Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to read blueprints and read measuring equipment.

What We Offer:

• Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Join us in our mission to 'Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!'