Welder- 2nd Shift (Litchfield)

Doosan Corporation; Litchfield (CT); On-site; USD 3,375,000 - 4,970,000; Full time

Job summary

Doosan Bobcat is hiring a welder in Connecticut for the second shift (4:30pm-3:00am, Mon-Thurs with possible OT on Fridays). The role involves welding metal components per layouts and procedures using arc welding equipment or spot welder.

Education required is a high school diploma or equivalent, with travel under 10%. Essential duties include setting up welding equipment, joining parts in fixtures, striking arcs, inspecting welds for quality, and maintaining a clean work area.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to follow established methods and procedures.
• Ability to read build sheets and blueprints.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sets up electrode wire per procedure to prepare welding equipment for operation.
• Positions and clamps work pieces together or assemble them in a jig or fixture.
• Strikes arc and manually guides electrode or gun along weld line to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Cleans or degreases weld joint or work piece using power equipment as needed.
• Runs spot welder as needed ensuring proper tips are used.
• Insure spot welder tacks are secure and uniform without dimpling opposite surface.
• Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner in compliance with safety rules and regulations.
• Use side grinder to clean up grinding splatter and ensure quality surfaces near weld zone.
• Keeps work area clean and maintain 5S schedule.
• Required to fill out daily production sheets.
• Required to scan and record information in the Oracle inventory system.
• Label parts correctly with quantity and location.
• Perform quality checks as required.
• Assist in instruction and training of others as requested by supervisor.
• Complete preventative maintenance and other duties as directed.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

At Doosan Bobcat, our success is powered by our people. Through our winning culture and one global team working together, we deliver the best products and service to our customers – and make the world a better place. Join our team today and start building your career with a worldwide leader.

Job Information

Weld together metal components of products as specified by layout, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, weld procedures or oral instructions, using electric arc-welding equipment or spot welder.

Second Shift: 4:30pm-3:00am Mon-Thurs (potential for mandatory OT on Fridays)

Pay Scale: $24.50-$36.08 (+$2.00 shift differntial for 2nd shift)

Role & Responsibility

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Sets up electrode wire per procedure to prepare welding equipment for operation.
• Positions and clamps work pieces together or assemble them in a jig or fixture.
• Strikes arc and manually guides electrode or gun along weld line to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Cleans or degreases weld joint or work piece using power equipment as needed.
• Runs spot welder as needed insuring proper tips are used.
• Insure spot welder tacks are secure and uniform without dimpling opposite surface.
• Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner in compliance with safety rules and regulations.
• Use side grinder to clean up all grinding splatter and insuring quality surfaces near weld zone.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Keeps work area clean, orderly and maintain 5S schedule.
• Required to fill out daily production sheets.
• Required to accurately scan and record information in the Oracle inventory system.
• Required to correctly identify and label parts for their specific area with correct quantity and location.
• Perform quality checks as required.
• Assists in the instruction and training of others as requested by supervisor.
• Completes preventative maintenance and other duties as directed by Total Production Maintenance.
• Perform other non-essential duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirement

Job Requirement

• Education Required: High School Diploma/Equivalent
• Must be able to follow established methods and procedures and perform work accordingly.
• Must have the ability to work rapidly and under time pressure for extended periods of time in order to meet build requirements.
• Must possess the ability to read build sheets and blueprints.
• Travel Required: < 10%
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Global Breadth: Single-Site (One Location)
• Prerequisite Training Course completed.

As a part of the Doosan Group, which employs more than 43,000 people in 38 countries worldwide, the company offers its customers products and solutions to help build stronger businesses and communities. Based in Seoul, South Korea, with its North America headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Doosan Bobcat is a leading global manufacturer of construction, agriculture, landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment, attachments and services. The company is committed to empowering people to accomplish more.

Doosan is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, age, race, color, religion, creed, citizenship status, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at 701-476-4263.