Welder - 2nd Shift

Rittal LLC; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Benefits start soon after start date

Competitive pay + shift differential

Job summary

Rittal LLC in Urbana, OH, is seeking a Welder on 2nd shift to join our manufacturing team. You will perform MIG/TIG welding to support production, weld base frames and metal components to specs, and ensure safety and quality across all tasks.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year welding experience or a certified training program, can read blueprints, and is familiar with welding tools and safety procedures. The role emphasizes teamwork, continuous skill improvement, and adherence to 6S standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of welding experience or completion of a certified welding training program.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with basic welding tools, techniques, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG/TIG welding operations to support the production schedule.
• Weld base frames and other metal components according to specifications.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company standards.
• Meet or exceed targets for quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with peers and supervisors to maintain workflow.
• Participate in weekly Rittal Production System (RPS) meetings.
• Continuously improve welding skills and overall competencies.
• Support and drive 6S activities to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MIG/TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified welding training program

Tools

Welding tools

Job description

Location: Urbana, OH
Job Title: Welder – 2nd Shift

Rittal is a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control, and IT infrastructure, as well as software and services. The company is a member of the Friedhelm Loh Group, a successful international player with 18 production plants, 80 subsidiaries, and 12,000 employees.

Rittal LLC has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.

Why work at Rittal:

• Opportunity for growth and training
• Benefit starts the 1st of the month after you start. Low cost & low deductible.
• Compensation: $23-27/HR based on experience, plus $1.00 shift differential.

Primary Activities/Duties:

• Perform MIG/TIGwelding operations to support the production schedule.
• Weld base frames and other metal components according to specifications.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company standards.
• Meet or exceed targets for quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with peers and supervisors to maintain workflow.
• Participate in weekly Rittal Production System (RPS) meetings.
• Continuously improve welding skills and overall competencies.
• Support and drive 6S activities to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of welding experience or completion of a certified welding training program.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with basic welding tools, techniques, and safety procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand at the weld station throughout the work shift.
• Walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently during the shift.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds to waist level; frequently lift 25–40 pounds to waist level and up to 25 pounds above the shoulders.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to changing assignments and multitask effectively.
  Safety Requirements:
• Wear Safety-toed footwear
• Safety glasses with side shields
• Hearing protection
• Welding hood and protective clothing

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing and welding areas with exposure to heat, sparks, fumes, and noise.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at [phone].

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.