Welder - 2nd Shift ($31.28/hr)

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Welder on the 2nd shift in Appleton, WI. The role involves welding sheet metal, reading blueprints, and setting up parts. Expect a 4x10 schedule with potential overtime, a solid pay rate, and a comprehensive benefits package starting day one.

The ideal candidate has welding experience, a welding certificate, and possibly an Associates Degree in Welding. Sign-on bonus available for some hires living farther away.

Qualifications

• Previous welding experience required.
• Ability to obtain a Welding certificate with Pierce Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts for welding and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Weld sheet metal and read blueprints and schematics.
• Set up parts for the welding process and operate hand and power tools.
• Lift and move parts up to 80 pounds and assist with heavy lifting as needed.

Skills

Welding experience

Strong reading of blueprints

Attention to safety

Education

Associates Degree in Welding

Job description

## Welder - 2nd Shift ($31.28/hr)Apply: Appleton, Wisconsin, United States: Full time: Posted Today: R50542**About Pierce, an Oshkosh company****At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than** **30,000 Pierce apparatuses** **on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.** **Shift Overview:*** Openings are on 2nd shift* Shift times and overtime hours vary dependent on position, department, and location* 2nd shift: Monday – Thursday, four 10-hour days, overtime worked at the end of shift and on Friday’s and occasionally Saturday's **With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:*** Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, **starting rate $29.28 per hour** + **2nd Shift Premium $2.00 per hour** + Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually* Comprehensive Benefit Package - **Available Day 1** + Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships and so much more)* Sign on bonus for production hires that live >50 miles from their assigned work location at time of hire.* Job Stability* Opportunities for Career Growth* Hands-On Approach* Customer Focus* Culture for Fostering Teamwork* Respected Leaders* People First Culture* Hiring Immediately**Summary of Job Description**The positions within Welder I are responsible for assembling parts together. The employee sets up various parts for the welding process such as drilling, grinding, and welding. The employee must be able to weld sheet metal. The employee must be able to read blue prints and schematic diagrams. They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.**Essential Functions*** Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment* Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks* Understand and review work orders, diagrams, check lists, and blue prints* Set up parts for the welding process* Grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld and/or sub welds. May also assemble parts.* Weld sheet metal materials* Apply measurements to parts and equipment* Use and operate hand and power tools* Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.* Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting* Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts* Understand the differences in parts and tools* Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record* Work overtime as needed* Sweep and clean shop area* Maintain a clean and safe working environment**Marginal Work Functions***\\*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.** Install hose and cord reels and generators\\** Mounting of parts\\** Retrieve parts from outside\\** Participate in rotating jobs* Assist in training new employee**Basic Qualifications*** Previous welding experience.* Ability to obtain a certificate in Welding with Pierce Manufacturing.**Preferred Qualifications to complete Essential Functions*** Associates Degree in Welding or Certified Welder.* Previous experience welding at Pierce Manufacturing.* Blue Print reading skills**Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions***\\*All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.** Perform all assigned tasks* Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills* Follow instructions from supervisors and other co-workers* Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions* Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment* Hear safety alarms and other co-workers* Detect heat when welding* Perform measurement and counting tasks* Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blue prints effectively* Understand and identify safety issues* Tolerate constant standing for the entire shift* Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling for below waist work* Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor while welding* Maintain balance when climbing on a portable steps* Perform welding/assembling tasks while in awkward positions* Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds* Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts* Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively* Remember task sequence and safety constraintsOshkosh 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].