Welder - Abingdon Facility

Tate; St. Paul (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range: $25–$28/hr

Health benefits

401(k)

Mentorship and development

Planet Passionate CSR

Job summary

Tate Inc. is seeking a Welder in Virginia for on-site manufacturing of metal products. The role involves welding, cutting, and assembling components, reading blueprints, and ensuring weld quality. You will collaborate across shifts with safety and production teams to meet project specs.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of welding experience, basic math skills, and proficiency with measuring tools. AWS certification is preferred, and the position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• AWS Certification preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in structural welding.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Must be detail oriented, efficient, and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions (written, oral, diagram, schedule).
• Must be computer literate.
• Team-oriented environment experience.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Selects, measures, cuts, and joins metals to specifications.
• Prepares metals and surfaces to ensure safe assembly.
• Interprets specifications and blueprints accurately.
• Keeps welding equipment and tools clean and inspected.
• Determines correct gas ratios.
• Tests weld strength during and after production.
• Troubleshoots issues as needed.
• Reports defects and quality concerns to supervision.
• Maintains safety and cleanliness per SOPs.

Skills

Structural welding

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Blueprint reading

Computer literacy

Industrial safety

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AWS Certification preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measure

Dial indicator

Feeler gauges

Job description

About Us

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact. We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

About The Role

The Welder performs measurements, cutting, and assembly of metal manufacturing products. This includes selecting suitable materials, preparing metal surfaces, determining gas ratios, and inspecting weld strength during and after the welding process. This position will also require the construction of trusses for various applications. This position requires participation in both design and production related topics and effective cross functional collaboration with other manufacturing departments, quality, and management.

Shifts

1st Shift: Monday-Friday 6:00 am- 2:30 pm

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2 pm- 10:30 pm

3rd Shift: Monday-Friday 10 pm- 6:30 am

WKND 1: Friday- Sunday 6 am- 6:30 pm

WKND 2: Friday- Sunday 6 pm- 6:30 am

What You’ll Do

• Selects, measures, cuts, and joins appropriate metals to specifications.


• Prepares metals and work surfaces to ensure safe and effective assemblage.


• Interprets specifications and blueprints accurately.


• Regularly cleans and inspects welding equipment and tools.


• Determines correct gas ratios.


• Tests the strength of joins during and after project completion.


• Diagnoses issues and troubleshoots as required.


• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to Supervisor or Manager.


• Maintains good housekeeping and follows established safety procedures.


• Performs any other duties as assigned or directed by Supervisor as production needs require.


• Follows all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and Safety Manual.


• Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.


• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.


• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.


• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent experience.


• AWS Certification preferred


• 2+ years’ experience in structural welding.


• Must have basic math skills.


• Must be detail oriented, efficient, and able to work under minimal supervision and guidance.


• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions when furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


• Must be computer literate.


• Able to work in a team environment and interface with a diverse workforce.


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.


• Ability to use various tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, dial indicator, and feeler gauges.


• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and crouch for an 8-hour shift.


• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel machinery, equipment or parts and work near moving mechanical parts.

Employee Benefits

• Pay Range: $25/hr-$28/hr.


• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.


• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.


• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.


• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.


• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.


• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

Tate Inc.

Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

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