Welder - $3,000 Sign On Bonus (54555)

Merritt Products; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Profit-sharing

401(k) with match

Job summary

Merritt Aluminum Products in Fort Lupton, CO is seeking a full-time Welder to join our production team. You will interpret work orders, set up fixtures, read drawings, and perform welds across multiple orders with attention to quality and safety.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision and life insurance, disability coverage, profit-sharing potential, and a 401(k) with company match. Eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience welding in a production environment and/or training in a related vocational program.
• Interprets work orders and sets up fixtures correctly.
• Performs first piece and random inspections per quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Interprets work orders to select materials and properly set up the work area.
• Performs welding and ensures quality according to standards.
• Maintains safe work habits and follows safety inspections.

Skills

Welding

Work orders interpretation

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Safety awareness

Education

Vocational welding training

Tools

Welding fixtures

Drawings interpretation

Job description

# Welder - $3,000 Sign On Bonus (54555)Fort Lupton, CO 80621## OverviewSalary Range$20.00 - $25.00 HourlyLevelEntryPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelNot SpecifiedTravel PercentageNone## DescriptionHave you ever worked for a two-time ‘Best Company to Work for in Colorado’ winner? Do you enjoy working for a company that is growing, with big company benefits and a small company feel?**Why Merritt Aluminum Products?**In 2019 and again in 2024, Merritt Aluminum Products had the honor of winning the Best Companies to Work for in Colorado by CoBiz. We pride ourselves in being the best for our employees, our customers, and each other. Along with having amazing co-workers by your side, we offer a total compensation package that includes:* PTO* Paid holidays* Generous employer contributions to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance* Company paid life insurance and additional voluntary life available* Voluntary long term & short-term disability* Quarterly profit-sharing bonus potential* 401(k) with company match**The hiring range for this position is $20.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on experience.****Key Responsibilities****Quality of Work*** Accurately interprets work orders to select the correct materials, fixtures and properly set-up their work area to complete the job* Performs first piece and random inspections of completed work according to Company quality standards* Proactively identifies defects or equipment issues to minimize scrap materials and rework of parts**Work Schedules*** Completes all assigned tasks according to work order estimates and their daily production schedule* Identifies the most efficient way to safely complete their scheduled assignments* Displays reliable attendance and schedules time-off with advance notice**Regulations & Safety*** Always correctly uses the proper personal protective equipment* Maintains safe work habits and performs required safety inspections according to Company safety procedures* Aware of their surroundings and avoids potential hazards or dangerous situations**Welding Knowledge*** Skilled at all aspects of operating welding equipment, including reading drawings, fixturing, advanced set-up and efficiently transitioning between orders* Takes good care of the equipment/ resources under their responsibility and performs preventative maintenance according to schedule* Cross trained to skillfully operate a variety of production equipment, cranes and forklifts**Organization*** Maintains a clean/organized work area and promptly removes scrap materials* Organizes all tools, fixtures and equipment so they are easily accessible* Correctly attaches identifying work orders with the associated completed parts**Core Values**Integrity * Exhibits honesty and integrity* Maintains appropriate personal behavior* Able to admit mistakes and learn from themTrust * Honors commitments* Maintains regular attendance* Requires minimal supervisionExcellence * Demonstrates sound and accurate judgement* Demonstrates a clear understanding of the company's mission statement and values* Accepts and uses feedback to improve performanceRespect * Respects the decisions of co-workers within the organization* Uses appropriate speech, language and tones with others* Does NOT gossip or involve themselves in the personal lives of co-workersTeamwork * Works cooperatively in group/team environments* Proactively offers assistance and support to co-workers* Places the importance of team achievement above individual achievement## Qualifications**Requirements** Educational and experience requirements include:* Relevant experience welding in a production environment and/or training in a related vocational program* Proven ability to interpret and understand work orders/ plant drawings and properly set-up welding fixtures* Proven ability to consistently meet production schedules* Ability to meet all physical requirements of the job* Basic knowledge of production safety and procedures* Basic math and problem solving skills* Strong work ethic and consistent attendance* Proven ability to recommend process improvements* Demonstrated ability to maintain organization and safety