Welder Assembler Night

Watson Bowman Acme; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that has been a leader in construction solutions for over a century. This full-time role focuses on the assembly and welding of innovative products that enhance our infrastructure. You will work in a dynamic environment with a night shift schedule, ensuring safety and quality in every task. The company offers competitive benefits from day one, including health insurance and a 401k plan with a company match. If you are passionate about making a tangible impact through your work and are eager to learn and grow, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k with 5% company match

Bonuses

Year-end profit-sharing bonus

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; welding coursework preferred.
• Experience in welding and assembly of expansion joint systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the manufacture and assembly of metallic products.
• Help fit sub-assemblies using hand tools and welding equipment.

Skills

Welding

Assembly

Reading shop drawings

Use of hand tools

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Additional coursework in welding

Tools

Hand tools

Welding equipment

Hydraulic equipment

Job description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.Sika has offices in 103 countries with over 400 manufacturing facilities, and more than 33,000 employees worldwide. With annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.This is a night shift position; 4-10 hour shifts Monday-Thursday. Work hours are typically 5:30pm - 4:00am.Watson Bowman Acme, a Sika company, is a manufacturer and supplier of expansion joint solutions for the transportation sector, including bridge and highway fabrication, preservation, and tunnels.Salary Range: $23 - $26 an hour based on education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.

Department Shop

Job Type Full-Time

Qualifications: Formula for Success

• High school diploma or equivalency required, additional course work with emphasis on welding preferred.
• Related experience in the welding and assembly of expansion joint systems preferred.
• Ability to read and understand shop drawings and other written instructions.
• Use of hand tools, welding, fixturing, and hydraulic equipment to join components together into sub-assemblies and assemble into finished engineer-to-order products.
• Comply with all safety regulations, including Safe Work Permits, training requirements, and use of safety equipment.
• Must be able to lift and manage material of up to 50 pounds unassisted; walk or stand for long periods of time; bend, stoop, or kneel if required; wear all required PPE.
• Possess the legal right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship.

This position is responsible for assisting Welding Fitters, Master Fitters, Forepersons, and Manufacturing Supervision staff as directed in the manufacture and assembly of metallic products supplied to the construction industry. More specifically, assist in fitting sub-assemblies as instructed, including but not limited to, tie downs, straightening, grinding, and stud welding on strip seal steel rails, using hand tools, overhead cranes, and welding equipment. Attention to safety and quality is essential to this position.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance available day one, 401k with 5% company match, bonuses, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and educational assistance.

Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.

Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Community Involvement: Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.

Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in, and are always working to form the best team — especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.