Welder/Assembler (1st Shift)

Russell's Technical Products Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell's Technical Products Inc. on 1st shift is seeking a Welder/Assembler to read drawings, identify materials, and drill, punch, and assemble cabinet components. You will install hardware, seal joints, and prepare sections for the next department while following detailed work instructions.

This role requires TIG, MIG, and spot-w welding proficiency on listed steel types, plus tool use and basic math. Salary ranges from $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and follow department work instructions.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• Knowledge and/or experience in MIG/TIG and spot-welding techniques.
• Experience using basic hand and power tools preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• One or more years of experience using MIG/TIG and spot-welding techniques preferred.
• Welding certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, prints, and work orders.
• Identify required materials and components.
• Drill and punch holes.
• Assemble basic cabinet panels and sections.
• Install brackets, supports, stiffeners, and reinforcements.
• Install hinges, latches, handles, and other hardware.
• Install insulation or insulation supports as required.
• Seal seams and joints.
• Apply caulking or other sealants.
• Label and organize components for assembly.
• Prepare completed cabinet sections for the next department.
• Read, comprehend and follow Department Work Instructions.
• Demonstrate welding machine setup for TIG, MIG, and Spot.
• Demonstrate welding technique for material type and thickness.
• Weld materials: various stainless and carbon steels as listed.

Skills

Ability to read and follow work instr

Basic math & measuring

MIG/TIG and spot-welding experience

Hand & power tools use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification preferred

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Welder/Assembler - 1st shift

The responsibilities for this position include:

• Review drawings, prints, and work orders


• Identify required materials and components


• Drill and punch holes


• Assemble basic cabinet panels and sections


• Install brackets, supports, stiffeners, and reinforcements


• Install hinges, latches, handles, and other hardware


• Install insulation or insulation supports as required


• Seal seams and joints


• Apply caulking or other sealants


• Label and organize components for assembly


• Prepare completed cabinet sections for the next department


• Read, comprehend and follow Department Work Instructions.


• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to properly setup and use welding machines (TIG, MIG and Spot) for the proper material type and thickness.


• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to identify proper welding technique required, for example, proper weld temperature, speed and penetration for the required material type and thickness.


• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to properly weld the following normally used materials:

• a) 20-, 16- & 12-gauge 304 stainless steel


• b) 16-gauge 316L stainless steel


• c) 20-, 16- & 12-gauge Cold Rolled Steel (CRS)


• d) 7-gauge and 1/4\" Hot Rolled Steel (HRS)


• e) 3/16\" Hot Rolled Steel (HRS) Angle and Channel


• f) 16- and 12-gauge Paintloc galvanized steel

• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to properly prepare parts and materials for the required welding procedure. May perform some assembly functions.


• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to correctly fabricate weldments that are square and true to the provided print(s).

RTP is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all protected categories under applicable law and is a drug-free workplace.

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00/hr

Requirements

Skills required/preferred:

• Ability to read, understand and follow department work instructions.


• Basic math and measuring skills.


• Knowledge and/or experience in MIG/TIG and spot-welding techniques.


• Experience using basic hand and power tools preferred.


• High school diploma or GED.


• One or more years of experience using MIG/TIG and spot-welding techniques preferred.


• Welding certification preferred.